8 National Park Service sites
West Virginia park guides
43 campgrounds inside the parks · 284 nearby · 60 free sites43 campgrounds inside the parks · 284 nearby · 60 free and dispersed sites
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Inside the parks43 campgroundsChesapeake & Ohio Canal 37 · New River Gorge 6
Near the parks284 campgroundsWithin 25–50 mi of a site
Free and dispersed60 sitesWithin 25–50 mi of a site
Current alerts12 at 4 sitesAs of Sep 20, 2026 · nps.gov
Park guides in West Virginia 8
National Historical Park4 alertsChesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical ParkPreserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potomac River as coal, lumber, and agricultural products floated down the waterway to market. Today it endures as a pathway for discovering historical, natural, and recreational treasures.37 in the park · 30 within 25 mi · 6 free nearbyEntrance $20 per vehicle
4 alertsEntrance $20 per vehicle
National Park & PreserveNew River Gorge National Park & PreserveA rugged, whitewater river flowing northward through deep canyons, the New River is among the oldest rivers on the continent. The park encompasses over 70,000 acres of land along the New River, is rich in cultural and natural history, and offers an abundance of scenic and recreational opportunities.6 in the park · 154 within 50 mi · 38 free nearby5 alerts
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National Recreation AreaGauley River National Recreation AreaThe 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River contains several class V+ rapids, making it one of the most adventurous white water boating rivers in the east.173 within 50 mi · 34 free nearby1 alert
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National Historical ParkHarpers Ferry National Historical ParkAt the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your connection to the struggle for freedom, education, and civil rights at Storer College. Discover miles of trail in the Blue Ridge and along Civil War battlefields.62 within 25 mi · 13 free nearby2 alertsEntrance $20 per vehicle
2 alertsEntrance $20 per vehicle
National Scenic RiverBluestone National Scenic RiverThe Bluestone River and the rugged and ancient gorge it has carved is a richly diverse and scenic area of the southern Appalachians. Bluestone National Scenic River is preserved as a living landscape that provides an unspoiled experience for visitors and a haven for a variety of plants and animals. The park protects a 10.5-mile section of the Bluestone River in southern West Virginia.31 within 25 mi · 1 free nearby
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Chesapeake BayOver 41 million acres are connected through the waters that flow to and through Chesapeake Bay. The National Park Service strives to connect people to the opportunities and adventures throughout the watershed. Inspiring stewardship across this vast region supports recreation, business, tourism, learning, and a thriving natural resource for all to enjoy.31 within 25 mi
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