Blue Meadow

Monongahela National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV, WV

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Blue Meadow is a group campground. In the event that this campground has not been reserved, it may be opened for overflow. At this time, sites 1-17 may be claimed as individual campsites on a first come, first serve basis.Blue Meadow’s group campground is divided into 17 campsites, including 4 walk-to sites.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Blue Meadow offers 18 sites with fire rings and picnic tables in White Sulphur Springs, WV, with access to Anthony Creek for trout fishing and the popular Blue Hole swimming spot. The nearby Anthony Creek Trail and Big Draft Wilderness provide hiking and exploration opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Timber Rattlesnake present in area; also Eastern Screech-Owl, Turkey Vulture, and Eastern Garter Snake documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Blue Meadow: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand The Blue Hole in Anthony Creek is a documented favorite for swimming Sites 1-17 may be available first-come, first-serve when not reserved as a group campground

Skip Blue Meadow if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites. You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only. Your RV is not self-contained.

Best time to visit Blue Meadow: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Blue Bend Rec Area (Renick, WV), Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin (White Sulphur Springs, WV), Lake Sherwood (WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, WV), Morris Hill Campground (Covington, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Blue Meadow

Cell signal at Blue Meadow (WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, 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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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV, WV★ 5 (1 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Blue Meadow is a group campground. In the event that this campground has not been reserved, it may be opened for overflow. At this time, sites 1-17 may be claimed as individual campsites on a first come, first serve basis.Blue Meadow’s group campground is divided into 17 campsites, including 4 walk-to sites.

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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 RV45 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites✕ You plan to camp outside May through October—seasonal operations only✕ Your RV is not self-contained

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

The Blue Hole in Anthony Creek is a documented favorite for swimming

Sites 1-17 may be available first-come, first-serve when not reserved as a group campground

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Timber Rattlesnake present in area; also Eastern Screech-Owl, Turkey Vulture, and Eastern Garter Snake documented within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From White Sulphur Springs, travel 8 miles north on State Route 92. Turn left (west) at Alvon, West Virginia, onto State Route 16. Travel 4 miles to the recreation area.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Monongahela National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Monongahela National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Blue Meadow cost per night?+
Blue Meadow costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Blue Meadow open?+
Blue Meadow is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Blue Meadow have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Blue Meadow?+
Blue Meadow can accommodate RVs up to 45 feet.
How do I make reservations at Blue Meadow?+
Blue Meadow 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 Blue Meadow?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Blue Meadow is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Blue Meadow open, and what are check-in times?+
Blue Meadow 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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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$75 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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