R.D. Bailey Lake — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Justice, WV, WV★ 4.2 (24 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Guyandotte is along the upper branch of the lake and offers electric to full hookup sites. Cam[ground has two loops, playgrounds, restroom, showers and shoreline fishing opporttunities. Big Branch Shelter Visitor Center Shelter Guyandotte Point Shelter RD Bailey Lake RD Bailey Lake Visitor Center Hatfield & Maccoy ATV Trails Guyandotte camground resides on RD Bailey Lake which offers great fishing, boating, trail hiking and superior hunting opportunities.
Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:Tent
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups92 electric sites
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
RestroomsFishing
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:✕ Need hookups at your site—only select sites have full hookups available✕ Visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ Prefer campgrounds open year-round
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Most sites lack hookups
verify hookup availability when booking if needed
Restrooms can get hot during daytime; visit early morning or evening
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in area; also White-tailed Deer, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Mallards, Carolina Wrens, and Eastern Fence Lizards.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
304-664-3229· R.D. Bailey Lake
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 — R.D. Bailey Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at R.D. Bailey Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Guyandotte Campground cost per night?+
Guyandotte Campground costs $26–$40 per night. Hookup options: Full hookups available on select sites
What season is Guyandotte Campground open?+
Guyandotte Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Guyandotte Campground have hookups?+
Full hookups available on select sites
What is the maximum RV length at Guyandotte Campground?+
Guyandotte Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Guyandotte Campground?+
Guyandotte Campground 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 Guyandotte Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Guyandotte Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Guyandotte Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Guyandotte Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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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$26 /night★ 4.2 (24)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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