Group camping enthusiasts will find Gatewood Group provides dedicated space for larger parties within Monongahela National Forest. The US Forest Service manages this $60-per-night site with vault toilets and daily ranger visits that include trash collection and restocking supplies. RVs up to 30 feet can access the forested location, which also accommodates boat-in arrivals.
The spacious layout offers multiple hammock-hanging spots among the trees for those preferring elevated sleeping arrangements. Campers can explore campgrounds near Monongahela National Forest throughout the surrounding forest system. Fishing opportunities and the combination of open terrain with wooded areas provide variety for different camping styles within the single large group area.
Description
Overview
Gatewood Group Campground is ideally located just two miles from Spruce Knob Lake in the Monongahela Forest, creating an ideal base camp for hikes and wildlife watching. Gatewood contains 1 reservable site that can accommodate up to approximately 30 people. The campground contains fire rings, picnic tables, and two single-toilet vault restrooms. There is no electric or drinking water at the group campground. The group campground is not ABA accessible.
Recreation
With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail. With some of the most beautiful overlooks in the area, Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities (fish are stocked). No swimming is allowed. Unobstructed views of the night sky bring stargazer clubs to this spot all summer long.
Facilities
Three group sites are available that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are accessible pit toilets. Drinking water is NOT available in the campground.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on a ridge in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The Monongahela Forest extends over the north central highlands of the state, encompassing many of the region's highest peaks. Elevations range from 1,000-4,863 feet, and Gatewood sits at 4,300 feet. Variations in terrain and precipitation have created one of the most ecologically diverse national forests in the country.
Nearby Attractions
Spruce Knob, West Virginia's highest peak, lies just 9 miles from the campground. It overlooks forested ridges and grassy open pastures. Visitors can drive or hike to the top. Rock climbing is also a popular activity.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundGatewood Group is located in West Virginia
Directions
From Riverton, WV, take US Route 33 south 2 miles to Briery Gap Road, County Route 33/4. Turn right and go 3 miles to Forest Road 112. Continue 13.5 miles to Forest Road 131. Turn right and open gate. Campground is at the end of Forest Road 131.
Address
HC 59 BOX 240
Petersburg, WV 26847
Coordinates
38.7175 N
79.5841667 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Pets
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 47 min from Harrisonburg, VA
- 2 hrs 24 min from Morgantown, WV
- 2 hrs 37 min from Charlottesville, VA
