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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.

    Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    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
    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

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

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
    Open in OpenStreetMap ↗
    304-849-5000 / 304-849-2355· East Lynn Lake
    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

    Google Maps API

    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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    $35 /night★ 4.2 (172)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
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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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