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Guyandotte Campground

R.D. Bailey Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Justice, WV, WV

Price: From $26 per night

Price range: $26–$40 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (24 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing

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

Federal COE campground on RD Bailey Lake with electric and full hookup sites available, offering excellent fishing, boating, and water activities. Highly rated by campers (4.5/5 stars) for friendly atmosphere, clean facilities, and beautiful riverside setting with level sites.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in area; also White-tailed Deer, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Mallards, Carolina Wrens, and Eastern Fence Lizards.

Insider tips for Guyandotte Campground: Book 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

Skip Guyandotte Campground if: Need hookups at your site—only select sites have full hookups available. Visiting outside May-October seasonal window. Prefer campgrounds open year-round.

Best time to visit Guyandotte Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: R.D. Bailey Lake Group Shelters (JUSTICE, WV), Fishtrap Lake Shelters (SHELBIANA, KY), Grandview Shelter 2 (Glen Jean, WV), John W. Flannagan Day Use (HAYSI, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Guyandotte Campground

Cell signal at Guyandotte Campground (Justice, 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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    Justice, WV, WV★ 4.2 (24 reviews)From $26/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

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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
    Hookups92 electric sites
    ADA sites1 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsShowers
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
    Family & Pets
    RestroomsFishing

    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:✕ 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 entry

    Book 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 + 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: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in area; also White-tailed Deer, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Mallards, Carolina Wrens, and Eastern Fence Lizards.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    304-664-3229· R.D. Bailey Lake

    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 — 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, speakable
    How 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

    West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
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    Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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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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    $26 /night★ 4.2 (24)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    R.D. Bailey Lake Group Shelters

    JUSTICE, WV

    From $50/night

    Fishtrap Lake Shelters

    SHELBIANA, KY

    From $50/night

    Grandview Shelter 2

    Glen Jean, WV

    From $75/night

    John W. Flannagan Day Use

    HAYSI, VA

    From $50/night

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