Burnsville Lake Shelters

Burnsville Lake — lakeside, fishing

Location: BURNSVILLE, WV, WV

Price: From $40 per night

Price range: $40–$50 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

Burnsville Lake Shelters create a wonderful setting for daytime gatherings on Burnsville Lake. The six group picnic shelters are scattered across two ends of the lake. Shelters 1-4 are near the dam while shelters 5 and 6 are upstream near the inflow from the Little Kanawha River.The shelters are equipped with drinking water and a large charcoal grill; shelters 3 and 5 have electricity.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Burnsville Lake Shelters offer six group picnic shelters in a wonderful lakeside setting with popular recreation activities including fishing, hiking, and biking. The shelters are equipped with drinking water and picnic tables.

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 have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Burnsville Lake Shelters: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Shelters 1-4 are located near the dam while shelters 5-6 are upstream near the Little Kanawha River inflow Primary activity is picnicking but biking, hiking, and fishing are also available

Skip Burnsville Lake Shelters if: You need electrical hookups - most sites have no hookups. You plan to visit outside May through October when the campground is closed.

Best time to visit Burnsville Lake Shelters: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Burnsville Lake Shelters

Cell signal at Burnsville Lake Shelters (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★ 4.5 (6 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Burnsville Lake Shelters create a wonderful setting for daytime gatherings on Burnsville Lake. The six group picnic shelters are scattered across two ends of the lake. Shelters 1-4 are near the dam while shelters 5 and 6 are upstream near the inflow from the Little Kanawha River.The shelters are equipped with drinking water and a large charcoal grill; shelters 3 and 5 have electricity.

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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
Hookups2 electric sites
ADA sites5 sites
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsFishing

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 electrical hookups - most sites have no hookups✕ You plan to visit outside May through October when the campground is closed

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Shelters 1-4 are located near the dam while shelters 5-6 are upstream near the Little Kanawha River inflow

Primary activity is picnicking but biking, hiking, and fishing are also available

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months 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

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

Location

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(304) 853-2371· Burnsville Lake
Getting there →

To reach Picnic Shelters 1-4: From Clarksburg, drive south on I-79 to Exit 79 (Burnsville). Turn left and proceed through town until you reach a junction. Turn right onto Route 5 East. Follow approximately 2.5 miles. Turn right and enter the downstream area. For Shelter 1: Turn right and enter the downstream area; shelter is next to the restroom. For Shelter 2: Turn right and enter the downstream area; shelter is next to the playground and ball field directly below the dam. For Shelters 3-4: Tur

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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 Burnsville Lake Shelters cost per night?+
Burnsville Lake Shelters costs $40–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Burnsville Lake Shelters open?+
Burnsville Lake Shelters is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Burnsville Lake Shelters have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Burnsville Lake Shelters?+
Burnsville Lake Shelters is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Burnsville Lake Shelters?+
Burnsville Lake Shelters 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 Burnsville Lake Shelters?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Burnsville Lake Shelters is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Burnsville Lake Shelters open, and what are check-in times?+
Burnsville Lake Shelters is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$40 /night★ 4.5 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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