Trout Pond Recreation Area
in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest
Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.
The numbers that decide it
- Longest rig
- 99 ft
- Sites
- 52
- Electric hookups
- Yes
- Pull-through sites
- Yes
- Paved access
- No
- Accessible sites
- 52
- Driveway grade
- Not published
- Bear boxes
- Not published
- Campfires
- Yes
- Shade
- Yes
- Group sites
- 6
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageTrout Pond Recreation Area
Trout Pond Recreation Area boasts two beautiful lakes: Rock Cliff Lake and Trout Pond. Relax on a sandy mountain beach or fish for stocked trout while kids splash in the cool waters of Rock Cliff Lake. Trout Pond, home to native Brook trout, is the only natural lake in West Virginia. A designated swimming area, and easy lakeside trails make this a perfect family destination.
Before you go
Season
early-May – October
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Fees
Day use fee is $8/vehicle up to 8 passengers and $2 per person for vans and buses carrying more than 8 passengers and walk-ins. $25 per single campsite per night. $40 per double campsite per night. $7 E-hookup fee. We currently do not accept credit/debits cards at this campground. Cash or checks only
Hours
Gate open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Day Use Area open 8 a.m. to Sunset.
Restrictions
Alcoholic beverages prohibited.
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