Bear Heaven
Overview
Bear Heaven is a campground in Elkins, WV 26241, USA. The verified details point to a primitive camping experience with sites that can work for tent camping, van camping, and hammock camping. Review excerpts describe the sites as clearly marked and level, with a layout that gives campers some separation while still keeping neighboring sites within view.
Several review excerpts also note that the campground is clean and well maintained, with a very clean pit toilet and lots of trash cans. One excerpt says there is no potable water and mentions a day-use lot available from 6am to 10pm. Another notes that campers should bring $5 cash in exact change per night. The campground is reached by a well-maintained gravel road, and the setting is described as secluded while still not too far from Elkins.
Review excerpts mention hiking in the area, though one camper noted having trouble finding the hiking spots. The same excerpts also reference an observation tower on Bickle Knob and say the area was reported to be “thick” with bears. Bear Heaven suits campers looking for a primitive, clean campground with marked sites and access to hiking.
Location
Stuart Memorial DrElkins, Virginia 26287
Nearby Campgrounds
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bear Heaven
Does Bear Heaven allow pets?
No, Bear Heaven does not allow pets.