Laurel Fork Campground

Area Status: Open

Located along the Laurel Fork River between Laurel Fork North and South Wilderness areas, this primitive campground offers visitors a nice camping opportunity in the Middle Mountain area on the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corps location.

Day hiking and backpacking opportunities are available leaving from this campground as well through the Laurel Fork North and South Wilderness.

At a Glance

Operational Hours:	Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week during open season.
Reservations:	Sites are non-reservable and are operated on a first come, first served basis.
Fees:	Camping fees are $8 per night for each site. Fees are payable on-site.
Open Season:	Mid-April - beginning of December
Usage:	Light
Closest Towns:	Elkins, WV
Restroom:	Two Vault Toilets
Operated By:	Forest Service
Information Center:	Greenbrier Ranger Station

General Information

Directions:

From Elkins, WV: Follow Highway 33 east approximately 16 miles to Wymer. Turn south on the Middle Mountain road (Forest Road 14). Travel 11 miles to the junction of Forest Road 423. Take Forest Road 423 east for approximately 1 1/2 miles.

Accessibility:

Sites are handicap accessible.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

There are 14 campsites available. Sites are located in an open area with little vegetative screening. Each campsite has a parking spur, table, fire ring, and lantern holder.

General Info:

Safety Information

This area is subject to occasional flooding.

RV Camping

There are 14 campsites available. Campsites are suitable for tent or trailer camping. Sites are located in an open area with little vegetative screening. Each campsite has a parking spur, table, fire ring, and lantern holder.