East Fork (Wv)

East Lynn Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: EAST LYNN, WV, WV

Price: From $35 per night

Price range: $35–$50 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (172 reviews)

Season: May through October

East Fork Campground is located on the shores of East Lynn Lake on the East Fork of Twelvepole Creek, near East Lynn, WV. Visitors come to East Fork for camping, boating, water-skiing, fishing, hiking, hunting and picnicking.The campground offers 167 sites with electrical and/or water hookups. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

East Fork Campground sits on the shores of East Lynn Lake with 44 miles of shoreline offering excellent boating, fishing, and water recreation. Campers consistently praise it as peaceful, quiet, and well-maintained with very level sites.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Wood Ducks, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Box Turtles, and Common Snapping Turtles present in the area.

Insider tips for East Fork (Wv): Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand No cell phone signal (AT&T, Sprint) makes this ideal for digital detox Sites are very level and many overlook the water; request waterfront when booking

Skip East Fork (Wv) if: You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You require reliable cell phone service. You need to camp outside May through October.

Best time to visit East Fork (Wv): May through October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only..

Nearby campgrounds: East Lynn Lake Shelters (EAST LYNN, WV), Beech Fork Shelters (LAVALETTE, WV), Dewey Lake Shelter (VAN LEAR, KY), Grayson Lake Damsite Shelters (GRAYSON, KY).

Cell Phone Coverage at East Fork (Wv)

Cell signal at East Fork (Wv) (EAST LYNN, 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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EAST LYNN, WV, WV★ 4.2 (172 reviews)From $35/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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East Fork Campground is located on the shores of East Lynn Lake on the East Fork of Twelvepole Creek, near East Lynn, WV. Visitors come to East Fork for camping, boating, water-skiing, fishing, hiking, hunting and picnicking.The campground offers 167 sites with electrical and/or water hookups. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, and a dump station.

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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
Max RV68 ft
Hookups168 electric sites
ADA sites6 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump StationBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterElectric Hookups

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 RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You require reliable cell phone service✕ You need to camp outside May through October

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

No cell phone signal (AT&T, Sprint) makes this ideal for digital detox

Sites are very level and many overlook the water; request waterfront when booking

Best: May through October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

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: Bald Eagles, Wood Ducks, White-tailed Deer, Eastern Box Turtles, and Common Snapping Turtles present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From I-64 in Huntington, WV take Exit 8, south on HWY 152 to Wayne, WV. Travel east on Route 37 for 19 miles and follow signs into the campground.

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 — East Lynn Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at East Lynn Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does East Fork (Wv) cost per night?+
East Fork (Wv) costs $35–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is East Fork (Wv) open?+
East Fork (Wv) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does East Fork (Wv) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at East Fork (Wv)?+
East Fork (Wv) can accommodate RVs up to 68 feet.
How do I make reservations at East Fork (Wv)?+
East Fork (Wv) 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 East Fork (Wv)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at East Fork (Wv) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is East Fork (Wv) open, and what are check-in times?+
East Fork (Wv) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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$35 /night★ 4.2 (172)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

East Lynn Lake Shelters

EAST LYNN, WV

From $40/night

Beech Fork Shelters

LAVALETTE, WV

From $35/night

Dewey Lake Shelter

VAN LEAR, KY

From $80/night

Grayson Lake Damsite Shelters

GRAYSON, KY

From $85/night

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