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GERALD FREEMAN CAMP (WV), SUTTON LAKE, WVDescriptionGerald Freeman Campground is nestled in the headwaters of Sutton Lake in central West Virginia. The 159-site campground has shower houses, launch ramps, playgrounds, and a marina with a snack bar. Sutton Lake and the adjoining Elk River Wildlife Management Area offers visitors over 20,000 acres of forests and fields, and 1,440 acres of water for boating and biking, swimming and skiing, hiking and hunting, fishing and frolicking, resting and relaxing. Wildlife is abundant and fish are plentiful! Local attractions include a riding stable, canoe livery, outlet mall, and a bowling alley. Pets are permitted in the campground, but they must be controlled/ restricted by the owner on a leash no longer than six feet. State law requires children 14 and under to wear a helmet while riding bicycles. For safety, lights must be operated on bicycles from sunset to sunrise.Alerts and Important InformationReservations must be made at least 2 days in advance. This campground requires a 2 night minimum stay on weekends and 3 night minimum stay on holiday weekends. Campsite fees range from $16 to $22 per night. The Golden Age, Golden Access, and America the Beautiful Interagency Passes are the only discount cards honored. The Cardholder must occupy the site for the entire visit. Parking facilities are limited in the campgrounds. ATVs and ORVs are NOT allowed in on the project. There is a $3 fee for visitors. Visiting hours are from 6 am 10 pm. The lake level may fluctuate during periods of drought or extremely heavy rainfall. For more information, call 304-765-7756 or 304-765-2816 Getting There:Gerald Freeman Camp (WV)PO BOX 426 Sutton WV 26601-0426 Approximately 70 miles north of Charleston, WV, and 60 miles south of Clarksburg, WV. On I-79, take Exit 67 to SR 4. Turn right on SR 4 and go 1 mile. Turn left on SR 15 and follow 12 miles to Gerald Freeman Campground. Phone Park for More Information:Information: (304)765-7756 |
