Bakers Run Campground

Bakers Run Campground sits on the Elk River arm of Sutton Lake in Braxton County, West Virginia. 77 campsites spread through a wooded setting, many with direct waterfront access. This USACE campground offers a quieter, more rustic experience compared to the larger Gerald R. Freeman Campground on the other side of the lake. The campground features electric hookups, modern restrooms with hot showers, and a boat ramp for direct lake access. Waterfront sites are highly sought after - book early for summer weekends. The shorter season (May 1 - September 30) means concentrated demand during peak months. Sutton Lake offers excellent fishing for bass, walleye, catfish, and crappie. The lake's 40 miles of shoreline and 1,440 surface acres provide plenty of room for boating, skiing, and swimming. Bakers Run puts you right on the water with minimal crowds.

Managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Huntington District)

Book on Recreation.gov Sutton Lake Fishing Guide

Campsites (77 Total)

Electric Sites (Waterfront)

30 sites

Electric hookup (30/50 amp). Waterfront location. Picnic table, fire ring, lantern post.

$28-$34/night

Electric Sites (Standard)

35 sites

Electric hookup (30/50 amp). Wooded setting. Picnic table, fire ring, lantern post.

$24-$30/night

Non-Electric Sites

12 sites

No hookups. Rustic setting. Picnic table, fire ring, lantern post.

$18-$22/night

Maximum RV Length: 35 feet maximum

Amenities & Facilities

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Bathhouses

Modern bathhouses with restrooms and hot showers throughout campground.

♿ Accessible facilities provided

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Dump Station

Sewage dump station and fresh water fill-up available.

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Boat Ramp

Concrete boat ramp located within campground. Direct Sutton Lake access.

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Playground

Playground area for children within the campground.

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Picnic Shelter

Day use picnic shelter available for gatherings.

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Cell Service

Limited coverage. Verizon and AT&T may have weak signal. Download offline maps.

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WiFi

No WiFi available at campground.

Cell Service: Limited coverage. Verizon and AT&T may have weak signal in some areas. Download offline maps before arrival.

Operating Season

Full Season

May 1 - September 30

Reservations via Recreation.gov

Peak Season

Memorial Day - Labor Day

Heavy demand - book early for weekends

Winter Closure

October 1 - April 30

CLOSED

⚠ Important Rules

Reservations

Reserve through Recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777. Walk-ups available if sites open.

Season Dates

May 1 through September 30. CLOSED October through April.

Check-In / Check-Out

Check-in: 3:00 PM. Check-out: 2:00 PM.

Stay Limit

Maximum 14 days in any 30-day consecutive period at Sutton Lake.

Things to Do Nearby

Sutton Lake Fishing

On-site (boat ramp)

Sutton Lake gamefish: largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, walleye, saugeye, channel catfish, flathead catfish, crappie. Bank fishing and boat fishing available.

Swimming

Bee Run Day Use Area (5 miles)

Designated swimming beach at Bee Run with restrooms and changing facilities. No lifeguards - swim at your own risk.

Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day

Sutton Lake Marina

Approximately 8 miles

Full-service marina with boat rentals, fuel, bait, and tackle. Pontoon and fishing boat rentals available.

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Water Skiing / Tubing

On-lake (from boat ramp)

Sutton Lake allows water skiing, tubing, and wake sports. 1,440 surface acres with plenty of open water.

Sutton Dam Tailwater Fishing

Approximately 10 miles

Tailwater fishing below Sutton Dam for trout (seasonally stocked), smallmouth bass, and catfish. Popular fly fishing destination.

Flatwoods Monster Museum

Sutton (10 miles)

Local curiosity - museum dedicated to the 1952 Flatwoods Monster sighting. Also serves as Braxton County Visitors Center with local history and travel info.

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Downtown Sutton

10 miles

Historic downtown with local shops, restaurants, and cobblestone streets. Groceries and supplies available.

Campground Policies

Quiet Hours

10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Respect your neighbors.

Pets

Pets allowed. Must be on leash under 6 feet at all times. Owners must clean up after pets.

Campfires

Permitted in designated fire rings only. Do not leave fires unattended.

Vehicles

Two vehicles per site maximum. Additional vehicles in overflow parking.

Directions

From I-79 Exit 62 (Sutton/Gassaway): Follow Route 4 north toward Sutton, then follow signs to Bakers Run Campground on Bakers Run Road. Approximately 10 miles from I-79.

GPS Coordinates: 38.635873, -80.576548

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