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About Trout Pond Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 35
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (234)
What Guests Are Saying
Trout Pond Recreation Area is highly praised for its tranquil setting, well-maintained campsites, and friendly camp hosts. Many visitors enjoy the spacious and private camping areas, clean facilities, and beautiful hiking trails. While some concerns were raised about reservation policies and occasional maintenance issues, overall, guests appreciate the park's natural beauty and amenities, making it a favorite destination for camping.
What Guests Are Saying
Trout Pond Recreation Area is highly praised for its tranquil setting, well-maintained campsites, and friendly camp hosts. Many visitors enjoy the spacious and private camping areas, clean facilities, and beautiful hiking trails. While some concerns were raised about reservation policies and occasional maintenance issues, overall, guests appreciate the park's natural beauty and amenities, making it a favorite destination for camping.
Review Summary
Don G
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: SING
Trout Pond is a hidden gem. Beautiful setting in G Washington National Forest. Campground has large sites. 15 electric sites. Nice lake and hikes. Firewood not supplied. Bring or be ready to chop. Facilities are good. Dog friendly.
Don G
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2020 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: SING
Trout Pond is a hidden gem. Beautiful setting in G Washington National Forest. Campground has large sites. 15 electric sites. Nice lake and hikes. Firewood not supplied. Bring or be ready to chop. Facilities are good. Dog friendly.
RACHEL F
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: SING
We love trout pond!
RACHEL F
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: SING
We love trout pond!
Joyce H
VerifiedAugust 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: SING
Beautiful surroundings, very well kept, excellent for family outings. The camp host was very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we did get rained out and decided to leave a day early but will definitely be back next summer. Only complaint would be is there needs to be more signage to locate the campgrounds.
Joyce H
VerifiedAugust 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: SING
Beautiful surroundings, very well kept, excellent for family outings. The camp host was very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately we did get rained out and decided to leave a day early but will definitely be back next summer. Only complaint would be is there needs to be more signage to locate the campgrounds.
Michael R
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: SING
Amazing campground! It was a our first time camping with our 4 yr old and we had a great time! Kids friendly, clean bathrooms, showers, and our camp host was very helpful.
Michael R
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: SING
Amazing campground! It was a our first time camping with our 4 yr old and we had a great time! Kids friendly, clean bathrooms, showers, and our camp host was very helpful.
Jason A
VerifiedFebruary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: SING
What a gem! Amazing for family camping away from the noise of this busy world. Camping sites are very nicely kept and generous in size. Great place for families and during the summer the lake is just perfect for the little ones to swim. No cellular service is another plus if you are trying to keep off social media. But remember to “offline download” any maps you may need for the area before if you are planning on navigating via phone.
Jason A
VerifiedFebruary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: SING
What a gem! Amazing for family camping away from the noise of this busy world. Camping sites are very nicely kept and generous in size. Great place for families and during the summer the lake is just perfect for the little ones to swim. No cellular service is another plus if you are trying to keep off social media. But remember to “offline download” any maps you may need for the area before if you are planning on navigating via phone.
Location Trout Pond Recreation Area
Address:
814 Trout Pond Campground Rd
Lost City, WV, 26810-8382
United States
From Strasburg, VA, follow State Route 55 west for 18 miles to Wardensville, WV. Turn left on SR 23/10, and travel for about 6 miles. Turn right on CR 16, and travel for 6 miles. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 500, and drive about 1 mile to the Trout Pond Recreation Area entrance.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.9528 / -78.7347
Elevation: 603 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Check in with the campground host when you arrive.
- Entrance gates are locked from 10 PM to 8 AM.
Site types & loops
- Gasoline-powered boats are prohibited on the lake.
Site capacity
- Single sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Safety & rules
- All boaters must wear a life jacket.
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are not permitted.
Pets
- Dogs are not permitted on the beach.
General
- For more information on George Washington and Jefferson National Forests, click here
Fires & fuel
- Do not move firewood; obtain it locally and burn it on-site.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
