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Trout Pond Recreation Area

โ˜…4.7(94 reviews)
Auto add-to-cart availableHigh DemandGeorge Washington & Jefferson National Forest ยท Lost City, West Virginia
๐Ÿš›Big Rig Friendly๐Ÿž๏ธLake Access๐ŸŒŠRiver Access๐Ÿ–๏ธBeach Access๐Ÿ”๏ธMountain Views๐ŸŒฒForest Setting

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About Trout Pond Recreation Area

Trout Pond Recreation Area is a national park campground at George Washington & Jefferson National Forest in Hardy County, West Virginia. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.

Trout Pond Recreation Area is in very high demand โ€” sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.

The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 99 ft. Campers rate it 4.7/5 across 94 reviews.

Other campgrounds at George Washington & Jefferson National Forest include Wolf Gap, Little Fort, Camp Roosevelt, Elizabeth Furnace and Elizabeth Furnace Group Camp.

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Total reservations in May โ€” 2023: 131 ยท 2024: 138 ยท 2025: 148

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Location

Address

Lost City, West Virginia

Coordinates

38.9528, -78.7347

Booking Insights

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.

  • โ€ขJuly sees 239 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.

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Trout Pond Recreation Area campsite photo 1 - George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, West Virginia
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Trout Pond Recreation Area FAQ

How far in advance should I book Trout Pond Recreation Area?

Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.

What is the busiest time at Trout Pond Recreation Area?

July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Trout Pond Recreation Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.

Are there campsites available at Trout Pond Recreation Area right now?

Trout Pond Recreation Area is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.

Where is Trout Pond Recreation Area located?

Trout Pond Recreation Area is located in George Washington & Jefferson National Forest, near Lost City, West Virginia.

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