About Mile 78.5 Campsite
There are trees for 1 hammock. The site has river access. There’s a small clearing that is off trail where 2 more hammocks could be hung, but you’re trampling plants at that point. Horses are not allowed.
Mile 78.5 Campsite is one of the campgrounds in the Marlinton area of West Virginia. Marlinton is the closest town, making it the natural stop for groceries and propane before check-in.
On-site facilities listed for this park: tents allowed, campfires allowed, and picnic tables. There is no fee to camp here. Sites are first-come, first-served. Rates and availability vary by season, so contact the park directly before arriving.
Mile 78.5 Campsite is part of the camping landscape of the South, where mild winters make many parks year-round destinations and snowbirds fill the Gulf Coast from November to March. Free campgrounds exist across the country, most on public land: BLM areas, national forest sites, county parks, and small-town city parks that welcome travelers. Whether you are passing through Marlinton for a night or settling in for a longer stay, the listing below shows what we know about the park.
Hookups & amenities
- Tents allowed
- RVs allowed
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
Only amenities confirmed in our source data are listed. Missing items are unknown, not necessarily absent. Confirm with the park before booking.
Site details
- Fee
- Free
- Reservations
- no
Location & directions
GPS: 38.37364, -79.92633
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mile 78.5 Campsite located?⌄
Mile 78.5 Campsite is in the Marlinton area of West Virginia. Use the map on this page for the exact location.
Can I tent camp at Mile 78.5 Campsite?⌄
Yes, Mile 78.5 Campsite accepts tents as well as RVs.
Is Mile 78.5 Campsite free?⌄
Yes, Mile 78.5 Campsite is listed as a no-fee campground. Stay limits usually apply on public land, typically 14 days.
More parks near Marlinton
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Day Run Campground
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About this listing
This listing was compiled from OpenStreetMap and other public data and has not yet been verified by the park. If you own or manage Mile 78.5 Campsite, you can claim and update it for free.
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