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Cranberry River Campsites

Monongahela National Forest — riverside

Location: Marlinton, WV, WV

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

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

Fourteen primitive campsites dispersed along 5 miles of the Cranberry River offering peaceful woodland camping with fishing and hiking in Cranberry Wilderness. Highly rated by campers (4.8/5 stars) for being well-maintained, friendly community, and great for unwinding in nature.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Water Snake, Gray Ratsnake, White-tailed Deer, Common Raccoon present in area

Insider tips for Cranberry River Campsites: Book 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

Skip Cranberry River Campsites 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.

Best time to visit Cranberry River Campsites: May-October — Campground operates May through October only; late July noted by campers as accessible season.

Nearby campgrounds: Big Rock (Richwood, WV), Cranberry Campground (Richwood , WV), Summit Lake Campground (Richwood, WV), Red Oak Fire Lookout (Richwood, WV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Cranberry River Campsites

Cell signal at Cranberry River Campsites (Marlinton, 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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    Marlinton, WV, WV★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-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-verified
    Essentials
    Fire Rings
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    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 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 entry

    Book 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 + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    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: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Water Snake, Gray Ratsnake, White-tailed Deer, Common Raccoon present in area

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    304-846-2695· Monongahela National Forest
    SM.FS.MongahelaNF@usda.gov.
    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

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    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, speakable
    How 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.
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    $10 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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