Commercial lodging and camping facilities are available in Richwood and in the surrounding area. Camping sites are also available in the National Forest and its Recreation Areas.  

Lodging

Four Seasons Lodge
800-829-4605
(304) 846-4605 
Fax: (304) 846-2170

Nestled against the edge of the Monongahela National Forest and the banks of the pristine North Fork of the Cherry River is Four Season's Lodge.  The lodge boast newly appointed units, including two-bedroom efficiency apartments, 27 rooms, and some units offering balconies overlooking Rudolph Falls. Sleep in comfort, with all-around sound from the Falls, also known for excellent fishing and swimming. 

The following recreational tours can be arranged with lodging (guided or unguided): 
mountain biking (rentals available), fishing trips, hunting trips, cross-country ski trips and kayaking trips. Located one mile east of Richwood on Rt. 39/55 

Camping

Camp Splinter
This primitive lodge and camp on the Cranberry River is operated by the Richwood Chamber of Commerce under a Special Use Permit for the Forest Service. Groups use the facility by reservation. Vehicles cannot drive into the camping area. Users must cross a stream or walk across a footbridge. Access is along several miles of gravel road (FS Rt. 83 from FS Rt. 76) 7 miles from the turn off of WV 39/55 at the Gateway Restaurant.

Call the Richwood Chamber of Commerce for reservations. (304) 846-6790.

Cranberry and Williams River Restricted Use Areas
Camping is permitted along both these scenic rivers, but only in designated numbered sites. There are 22 numbered sites along the Williams River and 12 sites on the Cranberry. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, no fee required.

Other camping facilities within the Monongahela National Forest:

For more information contact Gauley Ranger District at: (304) 846-2695

Bishop Knob Campground
49 single campsites; open April 1 to December 8. Campground located off Cranberry River Road and off Forest Route (FR) 101. Accessible via Big Rock Campground.

Cranberry Campground
28 single campsites and 2 double sites; open from March 15 to December 8. Located off Cranberry River Road on FR 76. The campground is adjacent to the Cranberry Back Country at the 'lower gate' entrance.

Summit Lake Campground
33 campsites. Open Mid-March through early December. Located on FR 77 off of WV 39/55.

Big Rock Campground
A 5-unit campground located adjacent to the Cranberry River. Open mid-March through early December. Campground can be accessed by traveling 6 miles north on FR 76 from WV 38/55, one mile east of Richwood.