Middle Mountain Cabins

Monongahela National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: BARTOW, WV, WV

Price: From $100 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (27 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Middle Mountain Cabins are nestled in a small grassy opening near a small pond and Camp Five Run, a hiking trail that leads into the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. The cabins are secluded and offer a quiet retreat for visitors. Rented as a single unit, Middle Mountain Cabins include a main cabin with a kitchen, and two historic sleeping cabins.

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

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

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

Middle Mountain Cabins offer a secluded retreat nestled near a small pond and Camp Five Run hiking trail leading into Laurel Fork South Wilderness. Google reviews average 4.7/5 stars, with campers praising the remote outdoor experience.

Wildlife alert: Snowshoe Hare, American Red Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, American Common Merganser, Palm Warbler, Olive-sided Flycatcher, Red-breasted Nuthatch, and ring-necked snake documented in the area.

Insider tips for Middle Mountain Cabins: Follow ranger department directions, not Google Maps, which may route through closed roads Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Firewood available for sale on-site

Skip Middle Mountain Cabins if: Expecting hookups—no hookups available at most sites. Visiting outside May-October seasonal window. Sensitive to previous renter cleanliness issues.

Best time to visit Middle Mountain Cabins: May-October — Seasonal operations limited to May through October per verified campground data..

Nearby campgrounds: Gatewood Group (PETERSBURG, WV), Spruce Knob Lake (RIVERTON, WV), Stuart Recreation Area (PARSONS, WV), Seneca Shadows (Seneca Rocks, WV).

Cell Phone Coverage at Middle Mountain Cabins

Cell signal at Middle Mountain Cabins (BARTOW, 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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BARTOW, WV, WV★ 4.5 (27 reviews)From $100/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Middle Mountain Cabins are nestled in a small grassy opening near a small pond and Camp Five Run, a hiking trail that leads into the Laurel Fork South Wilderness. The cabins are secluded and offer a quiet retreat for visitors. Rented as a single unit, Middle Mountain Cabins include a main cabin with a kitchen, and two historic sleeping cabins.

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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 WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 hookups—no hookups available at most sites✕ Visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ Sensitive to previous renter cleanliness issues

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Follow ranger department directions, not Google Maps, which may route through closed roads

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Firewood available for sale on-site

Best: May-October

Seasonal operations limited to May through October per verified campground data.

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: Snowshoe Hare, American Red Squirrel, White-tailed Deer, American Common Merganser, Palm Warbler, Olive-sided Flycatcher, Red-breasted Nuthatch, and ring-necked snake documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Elkins or Harman, drive east on State Route 33. Then turn south (right) on Forest Route 14 at Wymer (14.6 miles east of Elkins). Continue south for 18.2 miles to the entrance road to the cabins, which is marked by a sign. Open gated road with the combination provided by the Greenbrier Ranger District and proceed a quarter-mile to cabin site.

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 — Monongahela National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Monongahela National Forest 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 Middle Mountain Cabins cost per night?+
Middle Mountain Cabins costs $100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Middle Mountain Cabins open?+
Middle Mountain Cabins is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Middle Mountain Cabins have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Middle Mountain Cabins?+
Middle Mountain Cabins is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Middle Mountain Cabins?+
Middle Mountain Cabins 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 Middle Mountain Cabins?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Middle Mountain Cabins is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Middle Mountain Cabins open, and what are check-in times?+
Middle Mountain Cabins is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●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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$100 /night★ 4.5 (27)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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