Bakers Run Campground

Sutton Lake — lakeside

Location: Sutton, WV, WV

Price: From $28 per night

Price range: $28–$46 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (88 reviews)

Season: May through October

Bakers Run Campground is one of the best kept secrets in West Virginia. The campground rests among shady forests and flowing tributaries of the Elk River, which has the highest species diversity and richness of any river in the entire state. This makes the fishing excellent for bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Showers, Electric Hookups, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bakers-run-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Bakers Run Campground is situated among shady forests and flowing tributaries of the Elk River, which has the highest species diversity and richness of any river in West Virginia, making it excellent for fishing bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye.

Wildlife alert: Virginia Big-eared Bat, White-tailed Deer, Cerulean Warbler, American Woodcock, Eastern Towhee, Common Grackle, and Common Box Turtle documented in the area

Insider tips for Bakers Run Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Campground surrounded by Elk River Wildlife Management Area for wildlife viewing

Skip Bakers Run Campground if: You need full hookups - most sites have no hookups. You plan to camp outside May through October season.

Best time to visit Bakers Run Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October.

Nearby campgrounds: Gerald Freeman Campground (SUTTON, WV), Sutton Lake Picnic Shelters (SUTTON, WV), Bee Run Campground (Sutton, WV), Bulltown Camp (BURNSVILLE, WV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bakers Run Campground

Cell signal at Bakers Run Campground (Sutton, WV): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Sutton, WV, WV★ 4.3 (88 reviews)From $28/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Bakers Run Campground is one of the best kept secrets in West Virginia. The campground rests among shady forests and flowing tributaries of the Elk River, which has the highest species diversity and richness of any river in the entire state. This makes the fishing excellent for bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and walleye.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
Hookups33 electric sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
RestroomsBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full hookups - most sites have no hookups✕ You plan to camp outside May through October season

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Campground surrounded by Elk River Wildlife Management Area for wildlife viewing

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Virginia Big-eared Bat, White-tailed Deer, Cerulean Warbler, American Woodcock, Eastern Towhee, Common Grackle, and Common Box Turtle documented in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From I-79 (Charleston/Clarksburg) 1. Exit 61 (Gassaway) and exit 67 (Flatwoods), Turn on WV Route 4 towards Sutton, 2. Turn unto Main Street travel 0.5 miles 3. Turn Right on 2nd Street and cross the green bridge, stay to the right onto South Stonewall Street/OLD TURNPIKE Road travel 4 miles 4. Turn Left onto Centralia Road and travel 10 miles (NOTE: DO NOT TURN LEFT ONTO STONY CREEK ROAD, STAY TO THE RIGHT on Centralia Road) !!!GPS WILL TAKE YOU DOWN THE WRONG ROAD!!! 5. Continue on Centralia R

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Sutton Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Sutton Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Bakers Run Campground cost per night?+
Bakers Run Campground costs $28–$46 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Bakers Run Campground open?+
Bakers Run Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bakers Run Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Bakers Run Campground?+
Bakers Run Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Bakers Run Campground?+
Bakers Run Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Bakers Run Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bakers Run Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bakers Run Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Bakers Run Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$28 /night★ 4.3 (88)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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