7-Day Forecast
Tod
74°F
5 to 8 mph W
Sat
67°F
7 mph W
Sun
63°F
8 mph N
Mon
69°F
9 mph SE
Tue
67°F
10 mph S
Wed
66°F
2 to 10 mph W
Thu
65°F
2 to 10 mph NW
Overview
This is the only campground in the park that is not along the river. It is located on a ridgetop near Backus Mountain. There are 8 drive-in sites for tents, RVs, or campers. Only small (less than 25 feet) RVs or campers are recommended. Camp only at designated sites. RV, camper, or car camping in non-designated sites or any parking area is strictly prohibited.
Location
Elevation
2,536 ft
Directions
From Beckley, take Highway 41 to McCreery, cross the river, and continue towards Danese. Turn right onto Backus Mountain Road, drive approximately 1 1/2 miles and turn right at the gravel road (SR 22/7). The campground is on your right approximately 1/2 mile off Backus Road.
Weather Notes
Weather in the Appalachian Mountains can be unpredictable and can change quickly. Always be prepared for the possibility of sudden storms. Weather in the mountains is often cooler and wetter than the surrounding area. On average, the warmest month is July. The maximum average precipitation also occurs in July.
War Ridge Campground
These primitive camping areas have no drinking water or hookups, and limited restroom facilities. All sites are managed on a first-come, first-served basis and reservations are not accepted. There are no fees for camping.
RV Information
Up to 25 ft
Maximum RV Length
Trailers up to 25 ft
Tod
74°F
5 to 8 mph W
Sat
67°F
7 mph W
Sun
63°F
8 mph N
Mon
69°F
9 mph SE
Tue
67°F
10 mph S
Wed
66°F
2 to 10 mph W
Thu
65°F
2 to 10 mph NW
No cell coverage detected at this location.
All sites are managed on a first-come, first-served basis and reservations are not accepted.
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