Coles Point

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Covington, VA, VA

Price: From $85 per night

Rating: 2 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Coles Point Picnic Shelters are tucked in a small opening surrounded by a hardwood forest. Opportunities abound for hiking, photography, nature study, birding and viewing wildlife. Best of all, Coles Point is perched along Moomaw Lake, providing convenient access to boating, fishing, swimming and relaxing on the beach.Each shelter can accommodate up to 50 people and 20 vehicles.

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, Boat Launch

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

Coles Point offers convenient access to Moomaw Lake for boating, fishing, and swimming with a dedicated beach area, plus opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and nature photography in a hardwood forest setting.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, and Eastern/Gray Ratsnake Complex present in the area within 8km.

Insider tips for Coles Point: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability (only 2 tent sites). Amenities include fire rings, picnic tables, and fishing access on Moomaw Lake. Open field available for recreational activities like Frisbee and soccer.

Skip Coles Point if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only..

Best time to visit Coles Point: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Morris Hill Campground (Covington, VA), Bolar Mountain Recreation Area (Warm Springs, VA), Lake Sherwood (WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, WV), Blowing Springs (Warm Springs, VA).