Bulltown Camp

Burnsville Lake

Head to Bulltown Campground to experience the scenery and historic significance of this central West Virginia region. The large campground is on the edge of Burnsville Lake, just beside the Bulltown Historic Area. This spot occupies the site of a Civil War battle, where reenactments of the historic event take place twice a year.

The campground offers nearly 200 campsites. Playgrounds and showers on located within each loop. A boat ramp is within the campground and a beach is about a mile away.

Notifications and Alerts

Reminder that check-out time is 5:00 PM. Check-in time on a reserved campsite is guaranteed by 6:00 PM. If you arrive early and your campsite is not available, you will be asked to wait outside of the campground at a designated area.
Starting September 5th, 2022, campsites will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Campers will pick a site, and check in at the entrance station during posted hours. For more information, please contact the campground host or any Park Ranger. Thank you.

Need to Know

Visitor hours end at 10 p.m.
No pets allowed in Loops E and F
Park in designated areas only; extra vehicles must park in C-loop overflow parking
No fireworks allowed, including sparklers
Please contact the campground for information on power driven mobility aids. You may also review the current policy by following this link
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Natural Features

The campground is near the headwaters of Burnsville Lake on the Little Kanawha River. The hilly, forested region lies at the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, just west of the Allegheny Plateau.

Nearby Attractions

A trip to the Bulltown Historic Area Visitor Center is highly recommended. The Burnsville Lake Wildlife Management Area is due east. For camping convenience, two general stores are located within three miles of the campground.

Recreation

Take a trip back in time at the Bulltown Historical Village to get a taste of life during the Civil War era. Other activities include hiking, boating, wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting and picnicking.

Contact Information

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2550 South Main Street BURNSVILLE WV 26335-7516

Physical Address

1183 Bulltown Campground Rd. Napier WV 26631

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: (304) 452-8006

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From North of Charleston, WV and I-79, take Exit 67 (Flatwoods) and travel north on U.S. Highway 19 for 10 miles. Follow signs into campground. From Clarksburg, WV and I-79, take Exit 91 (Roanoke), travel south on U.S. 19 for 28 miles. Follow signs into campground. Physical Address: Bulltown Campground 1183 Bulltown Campground Road Napier, WV 26631 USA

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