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Campground · USDA Forest Service · George Washington & Jefferson National Forest 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 Season: early-May to October Reservations: Trout Pond Reservation Information on recreation.gov Overview Trout Pond Recreation Area boasts two bodies of water, Rock Cliff Lake and Trout Pond. Relax on a sandy mountain beach or fish for stocked trout while relaxing along 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, easy lakeside trails, and a children's playground make this a perfect family destination. Recreation A trail surrounding the entire lake provides bank fishing access at Rock Cliff Lake. All types of boating from motor to sailboats are welcome. Hike the Trout Pond Loop trail, an easy 4-mile excursion, with an optional 2-mile side route, to an overlook of Rockcliff Lake. For a more challenging hike, a connecting trail provides a steep climb up Long and Devil's Hole Mountains. Facilities Campsites come with a campfire ring and picnic table, and some of have electric… Getting there: From Strasburg, VA, follow State Route 55 west for 18 miles to Wardensville, WV. Turn left on SR 23/10, and travel for about 6 miles. Turn right on CR 16, and travel for 6 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 500, and drive about 1 mile to the Trout Pond Recreation Area entrance. Rules: Alcoholic beverages prohibited. Phone: 1(304)897-6450 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232162 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Local staff, Recreation.gov
Official information from the managing agency. Fees, seasons and closures change; check before you go.
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