Greenbrier River Campground

The Great Outdoors

You can spend some time exploring the Greenbrier River Trail when you rent a camper near Alderson. This 78-mile trail was once a railroad and is now used for horseback riding, hiking, and biking. It runs parallel to the Greenbrier River with endpoints in the town of Caldwell and Cass Scenic Railroad State Park. The trail crosses 35 bridges and two tunnels. It is one of the country’s 50 Millennium Legacy Trails and has been recognized as one of the top trails in the country. Recreational activities include swimming, fishing, horseback riding, biking, hiking, and snow sports. Note that parts of the trail are in a National Radio Quiet Zone with no cell phone access.The Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is also easily accessible when you are motorhome camping near here. This special 156-acre property is a favorite family destination. Black bears, wild turkeys, coyotes, white-tailed deer, bobcats, otters, minks, and red and gray foxes make their homes here. The information center is located in the White Sulphur Ranger District office. Fishing includes channel catfish, tiger muskie, bluegill, bullhead, and largemouth bass. Boats and canoes are available for rent. There are swimming beaches with a bathhouse (showers and flush toilets). Loop trails range from beginner to strenuous. Each individual site in the picnic area has a table, grill, and waste receptacle, and there are volleyball nets and horseshoe pits.The Monongahela National Forest near Elkins is one of the most ecologically diverse areas in the country, and you can appreciate it when you rent a camper near the Greenbrier River Campground. It has been recognized as an area of global ecological importance by the Nature Conservancy, and it is a travel corridor for both plants and animals. The forest is home to over 75 species of trees, 225 species of birds, 72 species of fish, and many other species of wildlife, including eight federally threatened or endangered species. The Cranberry Knob Nature Center features an exhibit hall, a native plant garden, an interpretive nature trail, an auditorium, and environmental education programming for all ages. Recreational opportunities here include climbing, hiking, biking, fishing and hunting, water activities, winter sports, and nature viewing and photography.

Exploring the Area

The Greenbrier is known as “America’s Resort,” and you can see some of it while you are Greenbrier River Campground camping nearby. There are five golf courses, including some open for public play. Club rental, caddy services, and spa and fitness services are also available. Other spa services include hydrotherapy, massage, spray tanning, and med spa treatments. Retail outlets at the resort include the Art Colony shops, a Christmas shop, a spa boutique, a gourmet shop, and a lifestyle collection. Unparalleled dining options range from coffee bars to a five-star dining room. The casino is available for members. Special events are held throughout the year.Nearby Lewisburg has been recognized by no less than Vogue as “the coolest small town in West Virginia” and by Fodor’s Travel as one of “America’s 25 Cutest Main Streets in Small(er) Towns.” It’s a town that you can get to know when you rent a camper near the Greenbrier River Campground. It was the site of the last major battle of the Civil War and has evolved into a cultural outpost. One of the last remaining Carnegie Halls lives in Lewisburg, and hosts live performances, art galleries, and studios. Annual events here include the Lewisburg Literary Festival, the Lewisburg Chocolate Festival, Taste of Our Towns, and the Shanghai Parade. Check out West Virginia Tourism and the Lewisburg Downtown Business Association for updated information on area events, attractions, and visitor guides.You’ll have plenty of dining options when you camp in an RV near Alderson. Locally owned restaurants feature barbecue, seafood, and classic Southern comfort food. You’ll also be able to find your favorite familiar fast-casual chains. When it’s time to refill your tank as well as your body, there are truck stops, convenience stores, and service stations.