Tygart Lake Shelter
Tygart Lake — lakeside
Location: Grafton, WV, WV
Price: From $50 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)
Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day
Army Corps of Engineers invites you to discover the natural beauty of Tygart Lake and its scenic vistas that provide an ideal setting for many outdoor recreational activities and adventures. The day use area at Tygart Dam features an overlook of the dam, a visitor center, picnic sites with grills, and a pavilion that can be reserved. There are also two hiking trails that lead to State Park trails.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Electric Hookups
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/tygart-lake-shelter to be notified when sites open up.
Gorgeous, quiet campground tucked into Tygart Lake with scenic vistas and well-maintained grounds. Offers boating, fishing, swimming, and water activities plus access to hiking trails connecting to State Park trails.
Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Eastern Gray Squirrel, Eastern Chipmunk, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Tufted Titmouse, Swamp Sparrow, Northern Cardinal
Insider tips for Tygart Lake Shelter: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand RV sites require backing in with tight maneuvering; plan accordingly if towing Only 1 tent site available; verify availability before arrival
Skip Tygart Lake Shelter if: You need hookups — no hookups at most sites. You're visiting outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — campground is closed seasonally. You have a large RV — backing in is challenging and tight.
Best time to visit Tygart Lake Shelter: Memorial Day - Labor Day — Campground operates seasonally during this window only.
Nearby campgrounds: Horseshoe Recreation Area (Parsons, WV), Stuart Recreation Area (PARSONS, WV), Mill Run Recreation Area (Friendsville, MD), Riffle Run Campground (Burnsville, WV).
Cell Phone Coverage at Tygart Lake Shelter
Cell signal at Tygart Lake Shelter (Grafton, WV): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
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.
Army Corps of Engineers invites you to discover the natural beauty of Tygart Lake and its scenic vistas that provide an ideal setting for many outdoor recreational activities and adventures. The day use area at Tygart Dam features an overlook of the dam, a visitor center, picnic sites with grills, and a pavilion that can be reserved. There are also two hiking trails that lead to State Park trails.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
RV sites require backing in with tight maneuvering; plan accordingly if towing
Only 1 tent site available; verify availability before arrival
Campground operates seasonally during this window only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Tygart Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Tygart Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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