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Bulltown Camp

Burnsville Lake — lakeside, hiking

Location: BURNSVILLE, WV, WV

Price: From $34 per night

Price range: $34–$46 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (466 reviews)

Season: May through October

Head to Bulltown Campground to experience the scenery and historic significance of this central West Virginia region. The large campground is on the edge of Burnsville Lake, just beside the Bulltown Historic Area. This spot occupies the site of a Civil War battle, where reenactments of the historic event take place twice a year.The campground offers nearly 200 campsites.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Boat Launch

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

Large 204-site campground on the edge of Burnsville Lake with historic significance, offering scenic central West Virginia recreation on the site of a Civil War battle with twice-yearly reenactments.

Wildlife alert: Red Fox, American Mink, White-tailed Deer, Northern Bobwhite, Carolina Chickadee, Barred Owl, Hooded Warbler, Eastern Box Turtle, and Common Five-lined Skink documented in the area.

Insider tips for Bulltown Camp: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Bring your own water/waste hookups as no hookups available at most sites Visit Bulltown Historic Area adjacent to campground for Civil War history and twice-yearly reenactments Boat launch on-site for lake access

Skip Bulltown Camp if: You need RV hookups; campground is suitable for self-contained RVs only. You're planning to visit outside May-October seasonal window.

Best time to visit Bulltown Camp: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Burnsville Lake Shelters (BURNSVILLE, WV), Riffle Run Campground (Burnsville, WV), Gerald Freeman Campground (SUTTON, WV), Bee Run Campground (Sutton, WV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bulltown Camp

Cell signal at Bulltown Camp (BURNSVILLE, 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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    BURNSVILLE, WV, WV★ 4.3 (466 reviews)From $34/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Head to Bulltown Campground to experience the scenery and historic significance of this central West Virginia region. The large campground is on the edge of Burnsville Lake, just beside the Bulltown Historic Area. This spot occupies the site of a Civil War battle, where reenactments of the historic event take place twice a year.The campground offers nearly 200 campsites.

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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 RV98 ft
    Hookups204 electric sites
    ADA sites6 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsBoat Launch
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Showers

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    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; campground is suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ You're planning to visit outside May-October seasonal window

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a popular federal campground

    Bring your own water/waste hookups as no hookups available at most sites

    Visit Bulltown Historic Area adjacent to campground for Civil War history and twice-yearly reenactments

    Boat launch on-site for lake access

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

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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: Red Fox, American Mink, White-tailed Deer, Northern Bobwhite, Carolina Chickadee, Barred Owl, Hooded Warbler, Eastern Box Turtle, and Common Five-lined Skink documented in the area.

    Location

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    (304) 452-8006· Burnsville Lake
    Getting there →

    From North of Charleston, WV and I-79, take Exit 67 (Flatwoods) and travel north on U.S. Highway 19 for 10 miles. Follow signs into campground. From Clarksburg, WV and I-79, take Exit 91 (Roanoke), travel south on U.S. 19 for 28 miles. Follow signs into campground. Physical Address: Bulltown Campground 1183 Bulltown Campground Road Napier, WV 26631 USA

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    Pro tips

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

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Bulltown Camp cost per night?+
    Bulltown Camp costs $34–$46 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Bulltown Camp open?+
    Bulltown Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Bulltown Camp have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Bulltown Camp?+
    Bulltown Camp can accommodate RVs up to 98 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Bulltown Camp?+
    Bulltown Camp 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 Bulltown Camp?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bulltown Camp is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Bulltown Camp open, and what are check-in times?+
    Bulltown Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    West Virginia Division of Natural ResourcesBurnsville Lake Water Conditions Burnsville Lake Facebook Page
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    $34 /night★ 4.3 (466)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Burnsville Lake Shelters

    BURNSVILLE, WV

    From $40/night

    Riffle Run Campground

    Burnsville, WV

    From $28/night

    Gerald Freeman Campground

    SUTTON, WV

    From $28/night

    Bee Run Campground

    Sutton, WV

    From $18/night

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