Facility Details - GATEWOOD GROUP, WV

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.

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.

Recreation:

With over 500 miles of hiking trails, visitors are have many options in the forest, including the Gatewood Nature Trail.

Spruce Knob Lake offers fishing and boating opportunities.

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.

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.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Boating Fishing Grills Hiking	Hunting Pit Toilets Scenic Overlooks Star Gazing
Within 10 Miles
Accessible Boat Ramp Boating Drinking Water	Fishing Interpretive Trails

Know Before You Go

Gates are locked; before arrival, call 304-567-3082 to obtain combination to access the campground
Be bear aware; keep all food out of sight in approved containers or locked inside your vehicle and remove all food from area after eating
No electric hookups at this facility
Click here for more information on Monongahela National Forest

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
38.7175, -79.58417
38°43'3"N, 79°35'3"W

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.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

GATEWOOD GROUP
HC 59 BOX 240
PETERSBURG WV 26847

Phone Number:

Information: (304)567-3082

GATEWOOD GROUP, WV