Established Camping
Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake
Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake, near Elk Garden, West Virginia, is a solid choice for families and friends looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With spacious campsites and a friendly atmosphere, it’s a place where you can kick back and soak in the natural beauty surrounding the lake.
This campground offers a range of activities, including hiking trails and fishing spots that are perfect for a day of adventure. Visitors have highlighted the fun events, like the Christmas in July celebration, which adds a unique twist to the camping experience. One camper noted, “Make sure to bring bicycles for your kids to ride around the loop,” emphasizing the family-friendly vibe here.
Amenities include clean facilities and a camp store with helpful staff, ensuring you have what you need during your stay. While some campers mentioned noise from nearby dogs, the overall feedback points to a welcoming environment where you can enjoy a peaceful retreat. Whether you’re into kayaking, fishing, or just relaxing by the water, this campground has plenty to offer.
Description
Overview
The Robert W. Craig Campground is located off West Virginia State Highway Route 46, five miles from Elk Garden, West Virginia. The campground is located very close to Jennings Randolph Lake which provides many recreational opportunities including boating, swimming, picnicking, scenic overlooks and fishing. The resident bald eagles have been breeding at Jennings Randolph Lake for over 10 years. Bring binoculars for the opportunity to spot an eagle's nest.
Recreation
During your stay at the campground, enjoy playing a game of horse shoes or hiking the Sunset Trail, High Timber Trail or the 3D Archery Trail. There is also a playground, sandbox, and a swing set available for kids to play on. Located behind the Campground Store, the Kalbaugh Pond appeals to anglers for its stocked largemouth and small mouth bass, blue gill, and catfish. At the pavilion, shoot some hoops on the basketball court or play a game of horse shoes. Birders will love the Songbird Trail and the High Timber Trail provides 28 varieties of labeled tree species. With the trailhead adjacent to the pavilion, visitors can try out the new 3D Archery Range. Hiking trails can be accessed from the campground.
Facilities
The pavilion includes a 30' by 40' canopy to protect you from the weather and is equipped with lights, electrical outlets, running water and approximately nine picnic tables. A handicap accessible portable toilet is also located nearby. There is a shower house and full bathroom located in the front loop of the campground, as well as a bathroom with no showers located at the back loop of the campground. The electric sites offer up to 50 AMP service and there is a water fill-up station located near the entrance station after you check into the campground. Before you leave, there is also a dump station available for you to empty the sewage tank of your camper.
Natural Features
The lake spans 952 acres in the rugged hills of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains. The pavilion is located inside of the Robert W. Craig Campground in a nice grassy field where your group can be semi-isolated for a nice reunion or picnic away from the rest of the campground.
Nearby Attractions
A short mile away from the campground is the North Branch of the Potomac River, renowned as one of the finest trout fisheries on the East Coast. The river is also an excellent location for whitewater rafting. The city of Cumberland, with pleasant cobblestone pedestrian streets and boutique shops, makes for a nice visit.
Location
Robert W. Craig - Jennings Randolph Lake is located in West Virginia
Directions
From Cumberland, MD: Take US 220 south to US 50W, go west to WV 42N, go north to WV 46E. Follow the signs to the Robert W. Craig Campground.
Address
PO BOX 247
Elk garden, WV 26717-0247
Coordinates
39.4167667 N
79.1161111 W
Detours Nearby
The Oasis at Bear Run Farm
38 min away
Just Plane Adventures
55 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 23 min from Morgantown
- 1 hr 47 min from Johnstown
- 1 hr 48 min from Winchester
- 2 hrs 7 min from Harrisonburg
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage- Verizon5GGood Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
