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Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter
FSU.S. Forest Service — Richwood · West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Monongahela National Forest |
| Location | Richwood · West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest |
| Sites | 1 public sites counted from the federal listing — 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 0 of 1 sites Water hookups at 0 of 1 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 1 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 1 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 | Not reported in the federal data |
| 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 | Fee is $50.00 per day and reservations must be made at Recreation.gov |
| Phone | (304) 653-4826 |
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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 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview The Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter, located at the junction of Route 150 and Route 39/55, 16 miles from Marlinton and 22 miles from Richwood, is a perfect site to plan a family gathering. The picnic shelter is located on the grounds of the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center which is fun for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The nature center includes an exhibit hall, auditorium, events and programs. The center also features a native plant garden, a nature trail, and many activities for children.
The picnic shelter can accommodate 50 people, has electricity, and an accessible pathway from the parking area to the shelter. A charcoal grill, picnic tables, and trash receptacle are all provided.
Recreation Nature trails, educational displays, and the nearby Cranberry Glades botanical area are within close proximity to the picnic shelter. Hiking trails and scenic drive opportunities are available on the Highland Scenic Highway.
Facilities There are picnic tables, electric receptacles, pedestal grill, and trash receptacles onsite. Flush toilets are available when the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center is open. Vault toilets at the Cranberry Glades parking area are available when the nature center is closed.
Natural Features The picnic shelter is located on the grounds of the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center. Nature trails and the Highland Scenic Highway are nearby. Scenic views of a northern hardwood Forest is available.
Nearby Attractions The Cranberry Glades botanical area, Highland Scenic Highway, and Falls of Hills Creek are all a short drive from the picnic shelter.
Directions, from the listing
Located at the junction of Route 150 and Route 39/55, 16 miles from Marlinton and 22 miles from Richwood.
Trip Card — Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter
Richwood · West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Richwood · West Virginia · Monongahela National Forest |
| Fees | Fee is $50.00 per day and reservations must be made at Recreation.gov |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Not reported |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 1 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10373937 · 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.