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

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; 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
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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

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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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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$34 /night★ 4.3 (466)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Gerald Freeman Campground

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From $28/night

Bee Run Campground

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