Nearby Campgrounds
§ 02 — 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.
§ 03 — 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.
§ 04 — AMENITIES
§ 06 — CONDITIONS
National Weather Service · seven-day outlook · updated hourly
§ 07 — SIGNAL
FCC broadband data · actual signal varies in remote terrain
§ 08—11 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 09 — REVIEWS
§ 10 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 11 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
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.
§ 05 — TRAILS NEARBY
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Verizon
Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
Today
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
7 mph S
Wed
76°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
8 mph SW
Thu
82°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
7 mph W
Fri
82°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
5 to 10 mph W
Sat
78°F
Sunny
6 mph NW
Sun
80°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
2 to 6 mph S
Mon
74°F
Rain Showers Likely
7 mph SW
