Meadow Creek Campground

Open

Basic Information

This tent-only primitive campground located along the New River is only one mile from the Sandstone Visitor Center. It offers 17 tent sites in an open field. There are no drive-in sites at this campground. The railroad crossing is dangerous for RVs and trailers. RV, trailer, or car camping is prohibited. Campers should expect to hear some noise such as train horns. There is a group site for groups of 8 or more available by permit - contact the permits office at 304-465-6517.

TOTAL SITES: 26

Electric Hookups: 0

RV Only: 0

Tent Only: 26

Walk to/Boat to: 0

Group: 0

Horse: 0

Other: 0

Campground Features

Amenities

Cell Phone Reception

Yes, Year-Round

Internet Connectivity

No

Trash/Recycling Collection

Yes, Year-Round

Food Storage Lockers

No

Camp Store

No

Ice for Sale

No

Firewood for Sale

No

Staff On Site

No

Amphitheater

No

Laundry

No

Dump Station

No

Potable Water

No Water

Fire/Stove Policy

Use existing fire rings at campsites. Burn only dead wood found on the ground. Damaging or cutting down trees or branches for firewood is prohibited.

Toilet Types

• Composting Toilets - year round

Shower Types

• None

Operating Hours & Seasons

• Every Day:Open 24 hours

This campground is generally open year round. Sites are first-come first-serve and do not require reservations.

---

Weather

Weather in the Appalachian Mountains can be unpredictable and can change quickly. Always be prepared for the possibility of sudden storms. Weather in the mountains is often cooler and wetter than the surrounding area. On average, the warmest month is July. The maximum average precipitation also occurs in July.

Fees

Camping Fees

These primitive camping areas have no drinking water or hookups, and limited restroom facilities. All sites are managed on a first-come, first-served basis and reservations are not accepted. There are no fees for camping.

$0.00

Contact Information & Directions

Email Address

Send this campground an email

Phone number (Voice)

304-465-0508

Mailing Address

104 Main Street
Glen Jean, WV 25846

Physical Address

774 South Riverside Road
Sandstone, WV 25977

Directions

Exit Interstate 64 at exit 139 and drive north past Sandstone Visitor Center towards Meadow Creek. In about 1.5 miles turn left and cross the railroad tracks. Bear right and follow the road into the campground.

Additional Information & Regulations

Cell Phone Additional Information

Cell service is spotty and may not be reliable based on provider, weather, and location.

Regulations

• Camp only in designated campsites.
• RV, Camper, and Car camping is prohibited at Meadow Creek Campground.
• No more than 2 tents per campsite.
• No more than 2 vehicles permitted per campsite.
• Campers must occupy permitted campsites each night.
• No more than 8 people and 4 pets per campsite.
• Camping limit of no more than a total of 14 days per 28-day period in any park campground.
• Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
• Pets must be kept on a leash.
• Use existing fire rings for campfires. Burn only dead wood found on the ground.
• Use the provided toilet facilities.
• Do not drive nails into trees or hang lanterns against trees.
• Public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and possession of alcohol by minors is prohibited.
• Littering is prohibited. Dispose of trash in a bear-proof trash receptacle.
• Avoid glass containers, use plastic or aluminum.
• Respect all other park visitors and campers.

More about regulations

Reservations

Reservations are not required except for the group site (for groups of 8 or more). Group site can be reserved by calling 304-465-6517. Sites are first come-first serve.

Image Gallery

open grassy field with campsites and a composting restroom facility in it

dirt road entering into large grassy campground

Meadow Creek Campground has many sites for tents only in a large field on the banks of the New River.
NPS / Dave Bieri

Meadow Creek Campground Road is well compacted dirt that may be muddy in wet weather.
NPS / Dave Bieri

Accessibility Information

ADA Information - Campsites are walk-in and not accessible. Composting restrooms facilities are accessible.

Wheelchair Access - There are no wheelchair accessible campsites at this location.

RV & Trailer Information - There are no RV sites at this campground. RV, camper, or car camping is prohibited.

RV Allowed - No

Trailer Allowed - No

Classification - This campground is a primitive camping area.