Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin

Monongahela National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: White Sulphur Springs, WV, WV

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (23 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hopkins Mountain Fireman’s Cabin is approximately 17 miles north of White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. It sits at an elevation of 3,162 feet. Guests enjoy the area for its magnificent views, animal watching, hunting and historic background.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Historic 1935 CCC-built cabin at 3,162 feet elevation with excellent water access, clear swimming holes, and scenic Greenbrier River location. Google reviewers consistently praise the swimming quality, peaceful atmosphere, and picnic table placement near water features.

Wildlife alert: Timber Rattlesnake present in area; also Eastern Screech-Owl, Canada Goose, Turkey Vulture, Eastern Small-footed Myotis, and various snake species (Eastern Garter Snake, Red-bellied Snake)

Insider tips for Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site and high demand Fresh water spring on-site for drinking water refills Swimming hole has shallow end suitable for children

Skip Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin if: Expecting RV hookups — site has no hookups available. Need flexibility on dates — seasonal May-October operation only. Seeking extensive vista views — loop trail has limited vantage points.

Best time to visit Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Blue Meadow (WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV), Blue Bend Rec Area (Renick, WV), Lake Sherwood (WHITE SULPHUR SPRING, WV), Morris Hill Campground (Covington, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin

Cell signal at Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin (White Sulphur Springs, 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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Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin

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White Sulphur Springs, WV, WV★ 4.9 (23 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Hopkins Mountain Fireman’s Cabin is approximately 17 miles north of White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. It sits at an elevation of 3,162 feet. Guests enjoy the area for its magnificent views, animal watching, hunting and historic background.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsElectric 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:✕ Expecting RV hookups — site has no hookups available✕ Need flexibility on dates — seasonal May-October operation only✕ Seeking extensive vista views — loop trail has limited vantage points

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site and high demand

Fresh water spring on-site for drinking water refills

Swimming hole has shallow end suitable for children

Best: May-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: Timber Rattlesnake present in area; also Eastern Screech-Owl, Canada Goose, Turkey Vulture, Eastern Small-footed Myotis, and various snake species (Eastern Garter Snake, Red-bellied Snake)

Location

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Getting there →

The Hopkins Mountain Fireman’s residence is located approximately 15-miles north of the town of White Sulphur, WV. From White Sulphur, travel on State Highway 92 for approximately 9-miles. Turn west (left) onto State Route 16 and travel approximately 4-miles. Across from the entrance to Blue Bend Recreation Area, turn onto Forest Road 139 (Hopkins Mountain Road) and travel approximately 4-miles to the circular turnaround and the fireman’s residence. The cabin is accessed by a single lane, steep

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

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How much does Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin cost per night?+
Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin open?+
Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin?+
Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin?+
Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin 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 Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Hopkins Mountain Fireman’S Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Forest ServiceTowns of Lewisburg and White Sulphur Springs, WVGreenbrier River TrailWest Virginia Tourism
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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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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
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$75 /night★ 4.9 (23)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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