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title: "Kanawha State Forest Campground — Campground Campground in West Virginia, USA | Campstr"
url: https://campstr.com/campgrounds/west-virginia/kanawha-state-forest-campground
description: "A scenic haven near Charleston featuring over 60 miles of trails and 46 campsites for tents and RVs."
lang: en
---

# Kanawha State Forest Campground

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Charleston, West Virginia, USA

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A scenic haven near Charleston featuring over 60 miles of trails and 46 campsites for tents and RVs.

Located seven miles south of Charleston, Kanawha State Forest offers 9,300 acres of forested mountains and is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground features 46 sites, including 25 with electric and water hookups, catering to both RVs and tent campers. Visitors can enjoy over 60 miles of multi-use trails, a swimming pool, picnic areas, and diverse flora and fauna in a historic CCC-developed setting.

### Site Types Available

RV Sites

Tent Sites

### What This Campground Offers

#### For Campers

##### Recreation & Fun

Playground

#### For Your RV

##### Camping Types

RV Sites

Tent Sites

##### RV Specifications

Up to 26 ft

##### Hookups

Water + Electric

#### Rules & Policies

Ask Host

Pets

Ask Host

Generators

Allowed

Campfires

Ask Host

Alcohol

Starting from

$35 / night

$$ price tier

46 Sites

Total campsites

304-558-3500dnrkanawhasf@wv.gov
Visit Website: https://wvstateparks.com/places-to-stay/campgrounds/kanawha-state-forest-camping/

#### Operating Season

Open April to December

#### Address

7500 Kanawha State Forest Dr
Charleston, West Virginia
25314
USA

#### GPS Coordinates

38.2831, -81.6517

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## Getting Here

Charleston, West Virginia, USA

$35

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## Camp Weather

Charleston, West Virginia, USA

## About this listing

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