Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter

Federal campground in Monongahela National Forest

Location: Richwood, WV, WV

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter, located at the junction of Route 150 and Route 39/55, 16 miles from Marlinton and 22 miles from Richwood, is a perfect site to plan a family gathering. The picnic shelter is located on the grounds of the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center which is fun for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The nature center includes an exhibit hall, auditorium, events and programs.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/cranberry-mountain-nature-center-group-picnic-shelter to be notified when sites open up.

Located at the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center with exhibit hall, auditorium, nature trail, and native plant garden. Google reviewers praise it as a peaceful, well-maintained campground with friendly community and clean facilities.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Black Bear, Coyote, Canada Warbler, Purple Finch, Swamp Sparrow, Ruffed Grouse

Insider tips for Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter: Book early—federal campground with limited availability (1 tent site) Gravel mountain road accessible to small Class C RVs and 20ft tow campers per camper review Nature center offers programs and events in addition to camping

Skip Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter if: You need hookups—no hookups available at this site. You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May-October only. You need multiple campsites—only 1 tent site available.

Best time to visit Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter: May-October — Seasonal operations run May through October only. Late July — Google reviewer reported visiting late July, though noted drought conditions can affect water levels and fishing.

Nearby campgrounds: Day Run Campground (Marlinton, WV), Tea Creek Campground (Marlinton, WV), Williams River Campsites (Richwood, WV), Summit Lake Campground (Richwood, WV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter

Cell signal at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter (Richwood, 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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Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter

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The Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter, located at the junction of Route 150 and Route 39/55, 16 miles from Marlinton and 22 miles from Richwood, is a perfect site to plan a family gathering. The picnic shelter is located on the grounds of the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center which is fun for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The nature center includes an exhibit hall, auditorium, events and programs.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

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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 hookups—no hookups available at this site✕ You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May-October only✕ You need multiple campsites—only 1 tent site available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with limited availability (1 tent site)

Gravel mountain road accessible to small Class C RVs and 20ft tow campers per camper review

Nature center offers programs and events in addition to camping

Best: May-October

Seasonal operations run May through October only

Best: Late July

Google reviewer reported visiting late July, though noted drought conditions can affect water levels and fishing

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: Eastern Black Bear, Coyote, Canada Warbler, Purple Finch, Swamp Sparrow, Ruffed Grouse

Location

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(304) 653-4826· Monongahela National Forest
Getting there →

Located at the junction of Route 150 and Route 39/55, 16 miles from Marlinton and 22 miles from Richwood.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter cost per night?+
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter open?+
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter?+
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter?+
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter 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 Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter open, and what are check-in times?+
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$50 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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