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Robert W Craig
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — ELK GARDEN · West Virginia · Jennings Randolph Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Jennings Randolph Lake |
| Location | ELK GARDEN · West Virginia · Jennings Randolph Lake · 39.41677, -79.11611 · Map |
| Sites | 69 public sites counted from the federal listing — 68 standard electric; 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 59 of 69 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 69 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 69 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 69 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 72 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 49 sites · 30 ft: 40 sites · 35 ft: 25 sites · 40 ft: 22 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 | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 69 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 304-355-2346 |
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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 2026-05-29.
From the official listing
Overview The Robert W. Craig Campground is located off West Virginia State Highway Route 46, five miles from Elk Garden, West Virginia. The campground is located very close to Jennings Randolph Lake which provides many recreational opportunities including boating, swimming, picnicking, scenic overlooks and fishing.
The resident bald eagles have been breeding at Jennings Randolph Lake for over 10 years. Bring binoculars for the opportunity to spot an eagle's nest. Recreation During your stay at the campground, enjoy playing a game of horse shoes or hiking the Sunset Trail, High Timber Trail or the 3D Archery Trail. There is also a playground, sandbox, and a swing set available for kids to play on. Located behind the Campground Store, the Kalbaugh Pond appeals to anglers for its stocked largemouth and small mouth bass, blue gill, and catfish.
At the pavilion, shoot some hoops on the basketball court or play a game of horse shoes. Birders will love the Songbird Trail and the High Timber Trail provides 28 varieties of labeled tree species. With the trailhead adjacent to the pavilion, visitors can try out the new 3D Archery Range.
Hiking trails can be accessed from the campground. Facilities The pavilion includes a 30' by 40' canopy to protect you from the weather and is equipped with lights, electrical outlets, running water and approximately nine picnic tables. A handicap accessible portable toilet is also located nearby.
There is a shower house and full bathroom located in the front loop of the campground, as well as a bathroom with no showers located at the back loop of the campground. The electric sites offer up to 50 AMP service and there is a water fill-up station located near the entrance station after you check into the campground. Before you leave, there is also a dump station available for you to empty the sewage tank of your camper.
Natural Features The lake spans 952 acres in the rugged hills of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains.
The pavilion is located inside of the Robert W. Craig Campground in a nice grassy field where your group can be semi-isolated for a nice reunion or picnic away from the rest of the campground. Nearby Attractions A short mile away from the campground is the North Branch of the Potomac River, renowned as one of the finest trout fisheries on the East Coast.
The river is also an excellent location for whitewater rafting.
The city of Cumberland, with pleasant cobblestone pedestrian streets and boutique shops, makes for a nice visit.
Directions, from the listing
From Cumberland, MD: Take US 220 south to US 50W, go west to WV 42N, go north to WV 46E. Follow the signs to the Robert W. Craig Campground.
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Trip Card — Robert W Craig
ELK GARDEN · West Virginia · Jennings Randolph Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | ELK GARDEN · West Virginia · Jennings Randolph Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 59 |
| Max RV | Up to 72 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 69 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233604 · 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.