Monongahela National Forest — riversideLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Marlinton, WV, WV★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Fourteen primitive and separately numbered campsites dispersed along a 5-mile section of the lower Cranberry River. Toilets closed as of November 30. Campsites are number 6-19 along the Cranberry River between Big Rock Campground and Cranberry Campground on Forest Road 76.
Best for:CampersNature loversFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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✕ You need RV sites — tent camping only✕ You're visiting November-April — campground closed and toilets shut down as of November 30✕ You need paved roads — Forest Road 76 is gravel
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
federal campground fills up quickly
Double sites available at sites 7 and 12
Gravel Forest Road 76 is passable for small Class C RVs and 20ft tow campers per camper reports
Each site has picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post
Best: May-October
Campground operates May through October only; late July noted by campers as accessible season
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Water Snake, Gray Ratsnake, White-tailed Deer, Common Raccoon present in area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
304-846-2695· Monongahela National Forest
Getting there →
From Richwood travel one mile east on State Route 39/55, then 6 1/2 miles north on Forest Road 76. Campsites are numbered 6-19 and dispersed along Forest Road 76.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#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
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Cranberry River Campsites cost per night?+
Cranberry River Campsites costs $10–$20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Cranberry River Campsites open?+
Cranberry River Campsites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cranberry River Campsites have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Cranberry River Campsites?+
Cranberry River Campsites is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Cranberry River Campsites?+
Cranberry River Campsites 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 River Campsites?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Cranberry River Campsites is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Cranberry River Campsites open, and what are check-in times?+
Cranberry River Campsites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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