Full Hookup (50 Amp)
54 sitesWater, 50 amp electric, sewer hookups. Picnic table, fire ring.
$34-$46/night
Riffle Run Campground sits on the dam side of Burnsville Lake in Braxton County. 60 sites - 54 with full hookups (50 amp), 6 primitive for tent camping. No reservations accepted. Show up, pick a site, pay at the self-service kiosk. This is the quiet side of Burnsville Lake. Smaller than Bulltown, less crowded, and closer to the tailwater trout fishing below the dam. The boat ramp was dredged in March 2023 - good shape for launching. ADA-accessible fishing pier at the marina next door. The marina rents pontoon boats and jet skis if you don't have your own rig. Burnsville Docks is right there at the day use area. Trout are stocked in the tailwaters February through April and again in October - check WV DNR stocking hotline for current schedule. No cell service here. That's not a bug, it's a feature. Disconnect from the world, fish the lake, walk the trails. The bathhouses are clean, playgrounds keep the kids busy, and the price is right.
Managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Huntington District)
Campsites (60 Total)
Primitive (Tent Only)
6 sitesNo hookups. Picnic table, fire ring. Restroom access.
$20-$30/night
Maximum RV Length: Up to 90 feet documented (large rigs accommodated)
Amenities & Facilities
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Restrooms
Restroom facilities available with accessible options.
♿ Accessible facilities provided
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Hot Showers
Hot shower facilities available within campground.
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Laundry
Laundry facility available on-site.
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Dump Station
Sewage dump station and fresh water fill-up available.
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Playgrounds
Two playgrounds within campground for families.
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Boat Ramp
Riffle Run Day Use Area boat ramp just before campground entrance. Dredged March 2023.
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Cell Service
No cellular coverage. AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile all report no service.
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WiFi
Not available.
Cell Service: No cellular coverage. AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile all report no service. Download offline maps and WV DNR stocking schedule before arrival.
Operating Season
Peak Season
May 25 - September 3
First-come, first-served (no reservations)
Off-Peak (Spring)
April 14 - May 24
First-come, first-served
Off-Peak (Fall)
September 4 - November 26
First-come, first-served
Winter Closure
November 27 - April 13
CLOSED
⚠ Important Rules
Reservations
NO ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ACCEPTED. First-come, first-served only. Pay at self-service kiosk upon arrival.
Check-In / Check-Out
Check-in: 6:00 PM. Check-out: 5:00 PM. Visiting hours end at 10:00 PM.
Stay Limit
Maximum 14 consecutive nights. Maximum 14 nights in any rolling 30-day period.
Firearms
PROHIBITED on federal property (including campground).
Fireworks
PROHIBITED (including sparklers).
Electrical Safety
Adapters altering amperage (30A to 50A) may result in damage charges up to $5,000.
Things to Do Nearby
Tailwater Trout Fishing
Below dam (walkway access)Burnsville Tailwaters stocked by WV DNR. Rainbow and brown trout. Stocking code BW: twice monthly February-April, once each week in late October.
Season: Spring (Feb-April) and Fall (October)
ADA Fishing Pier
At marina near damAccessible fishing pier with walkway below dam for tailwater access.
Burnsville Marina
Adjacent (Riffle Run Day Use Area)Pontoon rentals ($350/day, $200/half-day + fuel). Jet ski rentals. Seasonal boat slips April 15 - October 1.
Visit WebsiteLake Fishing
Boat ramp on-siteLargemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, saugeye, crappie, muskellunge, channel catfish, flathead catfish. Launch from Riffle Run ramp.
Left Fork Picnic Area
Just behind damPicnic shelters (#3-#4), horseshoe pits, ball field, playgrounds, restrooms, fishing areas.
Little Kanawha River Trail System
Access from campground area100+ miles of hiking and biking trails documented at Burnsville Lake. Contact ranger for off-road mountain biking locations.
Bulltown Historic Area
~13 miles (via I-79 Exit 67, US-19 north)Civil War battlefield, museum, historic structures. Free admission.
View GuideFalls Mill Area
~10 miles (US-19 north of Flatwoods)Waterfall, picnic tables, fishing, ADA restrooms.
Burnsville Lake WMA
Adjacent (12,579 acres)Public hunting land. Deer, turkey, grouse, squirrel. WV hunting license required.
View GuideCampground Policies
Quiet Hours
10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Pets
Pets allowed. Must be penned, caged, on leash 6 feet or less, or physically restrained. Owners must clean up after pets.
Vehicles
Two vehicles per site maximum. Overflow parking available. No driving on grass.
Campfires
Permitted in designated fire rings only.
Federal Pass Discount
Available. Discount pass must be presented upon request.
Directions
From I-79 Exit 79: Turn west toward downtown Burnsville, then right at Motel 79. Proceed east approximately 3 miles via Old Route 5 to Riffle Run Day Use Area.
GPS Coordinates: 38.8373, -80.6175
Contact Information
Recorded Information
What to Bring
- Cash for self-service kiosk
- RV hookup adapters (50A service only) (optional)
- Leveling blocks for RV (optional)
- Tent and sleeping gear (primitive sites) (optional)
- Fishing rod and WV fishing license (optional)
- Trout stamp (for tailwater fishing) (optional)
- Boat and life jackets (optional)
- Cooler with ice
- Offline maps (no cell service)
- Firewood (or purchase locally)
- Bug spray and sunscreen
- Rain gear
Questions About Camping?
Stop by the shop before you head out. We can help you plan your trip, get licenses, and load up on supplies.