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Blue Bend Rec Area
FSU.S. Forest Service — West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Monongahela National Forest |
| Location | West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest · 37.92028, -80.27111 · Map |
| Sites | 23 public sites counted from the federal listing — 18 standard nonelectric; 2 standard electric; 1 rv electric; 1 group shelter nonelectric; 1 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 2 of 23 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 23 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 23 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 23 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 60 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 21 sites · 30 ft: 21 sites · 35 ft: 20 sites · 40 ft: 20 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Fees are reduced when water system is shut down in the fall each year in mid October and then raised again in teh spring when water systems are turned back on. Water system availabiliy is based on weahter conditions and varies between mid April and early May. Call ahead to check on status before planning your trip. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 2:01 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 1 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 304-536-2144 FOR DISTRICT OFFICE AND 304-536-1440 FOR CAMPGROUND FROM MAY TO AUGUST |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-09-01.
From the official listing
Overview Blue Bend Recreation Area is a quaint wooded area filled with plenty of hiking, picnicking and camping opportunities. Constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the rustic wood tables and shelters appeal to many day and overnight visitors.
The recreation area, along Anthony Creek, has a selection of single family campsites and 2 picnic shelters. The large group picnic shelter accommodates 75 people and can be reserved in peak season. Recreation Swimming is nice and refreshing in Anthony Creek, and anglers can find trout here.
The Blue Bend Recreation Area provides access to the BIg Draft WIlderness. A popular excursion into the wilderness is the 5-mile Blue Bend Loop Trail, which connects to the Anthony Creek Trail. Blue Bend Loop Trail offers 3 scenic overlooks. Facilities Flush toilets and showers are available in summer, and vault toilets can be used through the spring and fall seasons. Running water is also seasonal, but a hand pump is available through spring and fall.
Each site is on a parking spur with a picnic table, campfire ring, trash bin and lantern post. Natural Features At an elevation of 1,860 feet, the campground is in a pleasant, wooded valley facing Round Mountain in the Monongahela National Forest. The forest comprises about a million acres of forest that attracts 1.3 million visitors each year.
A variety of animals make their home here, including black bear, coyote, wild turkey, white-tailed deer, red and gray fox, bobcat, fisher, otter and mink. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (681) 368-0663. Nearby Attractions Nearby attractions include the Greenbrier River Trail, and the town of White Sulphur Springs.
Directions, from the listing
From White Sulphur Springs, travel 8 miles north on State Route 92. Turn left (west) at Alvon, West Virginia, onto State Route 16. Travel 4 miles to the recreation area.
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Trip Card — Blue Bend Rec Area
West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest |
| Fees | Fees are reduced when water system is shut down in the fall each year in mid October and then raised again in teh spring when water systems are turned back on. Water system availab… |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 2 |
| Max RV | Up to 60 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 23 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232008 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.