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Spruce Knob Lake Campground

Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia

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As of September 2026, Spruce Knob Lake Campground is a campground in West Virginia with 42 campsites. Spruce Knob Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Spruce Knob Lake Campground is located at 38.7497° N, 79.5003° W.

people allowed on 40 of 42 sites: 8
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 16

Spruce Knob Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival
Book up to: 11 Months

Published by Recreation.gov for Spruce Knob Lake Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Spruce Knob Lake Campground

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Standard 42
Accessible 42

What an RV fits

30 ft29 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography.

All sites at Spruce Knob Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
001	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
002	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
003	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
004	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
005	DRUP	Standard	16	30 ft	Accessible
006	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
007	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
008	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
009	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
010	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
011	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
012	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
013	DRUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
014	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
015	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
016	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
017	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
018	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
019	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
020	DRUP	Standard	16	30 ft	Accessible
021	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
022	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
023	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
024	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
025	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
026	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
027	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
028	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
029	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
030	DRUP	Standard	8	30 ft	Accessible
031	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
032	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
033	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
034	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
035	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
036	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
037	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
038	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
039	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
040	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
041	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible
042	WKUP	Standard	8	-	Accessible

About Spruce Knob Lake Campground

Overview

The Spruce Knob Lake Campground is tucked in a beautiful hardwood forest less than a mile from Spruce Knob Lake. The campground provides a peaceful setting with easy access to boating on the lake and hiking through the mountainous region. Spruce Knob Lake Campground is comprised of 28 standard camping units, 2 double camping units, and 10 walk in camping units with fire rings, lantern posts, picnic tables and paved spurs (standard camping units). In addition, there is a developed host site equipped with electrical (solar), water, and a sewage holding tank.

Spruce Knob Lake Campground contains five single-toilet vault restrooms all of which are accessible.

Gatewood Group Campground 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.

There are trash dumpsters located at Spruce Knob Lake Campground and there are trash bins located at Gatewood Group Campground for garbage collection and disposal.

There are no dump stations in either campground.

The average operation and maintenance season for Spruce Knob Lake Campground and Gatewood Group Campground has been from approximately mid-April through mid-October. At a minimum, the Forest Service (FS) will expect the permit Holder to fully operate the campground from the third Friday night in April through the Columbus Day weekend in October.

Spruce Knob is the highest peak in West Virginia. A stone and steel observation tower is perched atop the peak, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the area.

Recreation

Sixty miles of picturesque hiking trails crisscross the region, and the campground provides direct access to the pleasant 1-mile Big Bend River Loop.

Trout fishing is available nearby at 25-acre Spruce Knob Lake, and in surrounding creeks. Facilities at the lake include a small boat ramp, parking area and vault toilets. A wooden pier along the shoreline provides barrier-free access to the lake.No swimming is allowed.

Facilities

The campground has accessible vault toilets and a solar-powered system for drinking water. No electric hookups are available. Firewood is for sale on-site.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on a wooded ridge overlooking the lake. To the east is 4,863' Spruce Knob. The vegetation atop Spruce Knob has adapted to a harsh, exposed environment. One-sided red spruce deformed by constant exposure to strong westerly winds cling to the high rocky ridges. Blueberry and huckleberry plants cover the ground.

Due to its location, the campground may experience cold fogs and strong winds year-round.

Nearby Attractions

The half-mile Whispering Spruce Trail circles Spruce Knob and provides panoramic views of the beautiful area.

Rules and notices at Spruce Knob Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Spruce Knob Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from the area after eating

This campground has first-come, first-served sites

Limit two vehicles per single site; a daily fee is charged for extra vehicles

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.

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Spruce Knob Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Spruce Knob Lake Campground?

Spruce Knob Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Spruce Knob Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Spruce Knob Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Spruce Knob Lake Campground have?

Spruce Knob Lake Campground has 42 campsites.

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