Cranberry River Dispersed Sites - Monongahela National Forest - West Virginia - $10 Campsites

🏕️ Cranberry River dispersed camping along Forest Road 76 is located in the Monongahela National Forest near Richwood, West Virginia, following the scenic Cranberry River corridor. From Richwood, access is typically via WV-39/55, then north onto Forest Road 76. 📍 Campsites Site 6 38°17'43.8"N 80°30'57.4"W 38.295500, -80.515944 Site 7 38°18'05.0"N 80°30'21.6"W 38.301389, -80.506000 Site 8 38°18'09.1"N 80°29'17.2"W 38.302528, -80.488111 Site 9 38°18'22.9"N 80°29'03.2"W 38.306361, -80.484222 Site 10 38°18'25.8"N 80°28'59.2"W 38.307167, -80.483111 Site 11 38°18'29.7"N 80°28'55.8"W 38.308250, -80.482167 Site 12 38°19'37.8"N 80°28'55.0"W 38.327167, -80.481944 Site 13 38°19'56.5"N 80°28'38.7"W 38.332361, -80.477417 Site 14 38°20'00.2"N 80°28'36.7"W 38.333389, -80.476861 Site 15 38°20'06.5"N 80°28'29.1"W 38.335139, -80.474750 Site 16 38°20'04.3"N 80°28'28.1"W 38.334528, -80.474472 Site 17 38°20'03.8"N 80°28'26.8"W 38.334389, -80.474111 Site 18 38°20'03.4"N 80°28'25.7"W 38.334278, -80.473806 Site 19 38°20'02.9"N 80°28'24.2"W 38.334139, -80.473389 There are 14 primitive, numbered campsites spread out over about 5 miles along the river. Camping is first-come, first-served with no reservations. Campsites are roadside and many offer direct river access. A couple of sites are larger and suitable for groups or multiple vehicles. Most sites include a picnic table, fire ring, lantern post, and a gravel parking area. 🚗 Facilities & Amenities No potable water is available — bring all water or treat river water. Vault toilets are located at a few points along the corridor but may be closed seasonally, especially in winter. No hookups, dump stations, or showers. Wildlife is common; bear-aware food storage is recommended. 🎣 Recreation The Cranberry River is well known for trout fishing, especially fly fishing. The area provides easy access to hiking, fishing, and exploring the Cranberry Wilderness and surrounding backcountry. The setting is quiet, wooded, and ideal for nature-focused camping. 🗓️ Season & Rules Typically open spring through fall, weather permitting. Roads and facilities may close during snow or poor conditions. Camping is allowed only in designated numbered sites along this corridor. Stays are limited to around 14 days. 🏞️ Camping Experience This is primitive/dispersed-style camping with minimal amenities. Best suited for tent camping, car camping, and small trailers. Ideal for campers looking for seclusion, river access, and a low-cost, natural experience. Jump to a specific site in the video 0:00 Site 6 0:11 Site 7 1:18 Site 8 2:22 Site 9 2:51 Site 10 3:52 Site 11 4:27 Site 12 5:34 Site 13 6:12 Site 14 6:43 Site 15 7:38 Site 16 7:48 Site 17 8:08 Site 18 8:46 Site 19 9:29 Site 18 9:41 Site 17 & 16 9:59 Pay Station and Vault Toilet 10:09 Site 15 10:31 Site 14 11:00 Site 13 11:35 Site 12 12:13 Site 11 12:51 Site 10 13:06 Site 09 13:45 Site 08 14:34 Vault Toilet 14:47 Site 07 15:59 Site 06 16:27 Big Rock Campground