Wolf Gap

Federal campground in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest

Location: Wardensville, VA, VA

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

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

Wolf Gap Recreation Area offers ridgeline camping with access to excellent trails and viewpoints along the WV/VA mountain border, earning a 4.7/5 rating from 327 Google reviews. Campers praise the scenic hiking opportunities and convenient trailhead location.

Wildlife alert: Timber Rattlesnake present in area — wear hiking boots on trails. Also common: North American Porcupine, American Beaver, Red Fox, Blue Jay, Eastern Box Turtle, Wood Turtle.

Insider tips for Wolf Gap: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to claim a site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option at remote location Only 1 tent site available — arrive early during peak season

Skip Wolf Gap if: Need RV hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October — campground closed seasonally. Prefer advance reservations — first-come, first-served basis only.

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

Nearby campgrounds: Trout Pond Recreation Area (Lost City, WV), Little Fort (Fort Valley, VA), Camp Roosevelt (Fort Valley, VA), Elizabeth Furnace (Fort Valley, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Wolf Gap

Cell signal at Wolf Gap (Wardensville, VA): 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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Wardensville, VA, VA★ 4 (0 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

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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 Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

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 RV hookups — no hookups available✕ Visiting outside May-October — campground closed seasonally✕ Prefer advance reservations — first-come, first-served basis only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served only

arrive early to claim a site

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option at remote location

Only 1 tent site available

arrive early during peak season

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Timber Rattlesnake present in area — wear hiking boots on trails. Also common: North American Porcupine, American Beaver, Red Fox, Blue Jay, Eastern Box Turtle, Wood Turtle.

Location

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N/A· George Washington & Jefferson National Forest
Getting there →

Directions: From I-81: Take exit 279. Turn west on SR 675. Drive 3.5 miles to STOP sign at VA 42. Turn right, and take next left to continue on SR 675. Drive 3.1 miles to a fork in the road. Stay right, on SR 675, and drive another 3.4 miles to the top of the mountain. The entrance is on your right.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — George Washington & Jefferson National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at George Washington & Jefferson National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Wolf Gap cost per night?+
Wolf Gap costs $10–$20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Wolf Gap open?+
Wolf Gap is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Wolf Gap have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Wolf Gap?+
Wolf Gap is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Wolf Gap?+
Wolf Gap 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 Wolf Gap?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Wolf Gap is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Wolf Gap open, and what are check-in times?+
Wolf Gap is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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
api.inaturalist.org
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
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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$10 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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