Trout Pond Recreation Area
Trout Pond Recreation Area is a national forest campground in West Virginia. Hookups: electric.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- West Virginia
- Coordinates
- 38.95278, -78.73472
- Hookups
- Electric
- Activities
- Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Site
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 1(304)897-6450
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Trout Pond Recreation Area
Overview Trout Pond Recreation Area boasts two bodies of water, Rock Cliff Lake and Trout Pond. Relax on a sandy mountain beach or fish for stocked trout while relaxing along the cool waters of Rock Cliff Lake. Trout Pond, home to native Brook trout, is the only natural lake in West Virginia. A designated swimming area, easy lakeside trails, and a children's playground make this a perfect family destination. Recreation A trail surrounding the entire lake provides bank fishing access at Rock Cliff Lake. All types of boating from motor to sailboats are welcome. Hike the Trout Pond Loop trail, an easy 4-mile excursion, with an optional 2-mile side route, to an overlook of Rockcliff Lake. For a more challenging hike, a connecting trail provides a steep climb up Long and Devil's Hole Mountains. Facilities Campsites come with a campfire ring and picnic table, and some of have electric hookups. Hot showers and flush toilets are an easy walk away from each site. The day-use area includes a white-sand swim beach, boat ramp, showers, playground and 30 picnic sites. Natural Features Rock Cliff Lake is a 17-acre man-made lake with a maximum depth of 36 feet and an average depth of 12 feet. Trout Pond, the naturally formed lake, was created by a sinkhole that filled with mountain stream water and run-off from Long Mountain. Trout Pond can vary in waterflow. Please visit the Forest Service website for our most up to date conditions. Contact Info This location has limited staffing
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Dumping Station · 39 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Holtzman Propane · 15 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 50 designated routes (55 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trout Pond Beach | National forest campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Trout Pond Campground | Private campground | under 0.1 mi | — | — |
| Lost River Campground | Private campground | 4.1 mi | — | — |
| Mill Mountain Shelter | National forest camping area | 5.3 mi | — | — |
| Site #2 | Free campsite | 9.6 mi | Free | — |
| Horse Camp Site #1 | Free campsite | 9.6 mi | Free | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.