Featured amenities
Showers
About Trout Pond Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 35
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Showers
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
Report Incorrect Information
Help us improve by reporting any incorrect amenity information for Trout Pond Recreation Area.
Rates, Sites & Availability
35 Sites Available
No sites found matching your criteria.
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
Site Details
Select a site to view details
35 Sites Available
No available sites
All sites are booked for your selected dates. Try showing all sites to see booked options, create an alert to be notified when something opens up, or adjust your dates.
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
Steve F
VerifiedOctober 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SING
We always have a magical stay at Trout Pond. This visit the Fall colors were enjoyable. The trails well marked and well maintained. Camp host was available when/if needed. Restrooms were very clean
Steve F
VerifiedOctober 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: SING
We always have a magical stay at Trout Pond. This visit the Fall colors were enjoyable. The trails well marked and well maintained. Camp host was available when/if needed. Restrooms were very clean
Melody R
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SING
It was beautiful. We had #12. It was a little small but no problem for our 20’ trailer just had to park the truck off to the side. We had 30 amp service… depending on where you look online it’s a little confusing as it shows as a 15 amp but it truly was 30 amp.
Melody R
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: SING
It was beautiful. We had #12. It was a little small but no problem for our 20’ trailer just had to park the truck off to the side. We had 30 amp service… depending on where you look online it’s a little confusing as it shows as a 15 amp but it truly was 30 amp.
mike h
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SING
The bathroom at camp has has had cold water the last 2 tim s we have been there. First time in 30 years this has happened. They say it’s because of the amount of people using but not n past years there has been more people using and still had hot water.
mike h
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: SING
The bathroom at camp has has had cold water the last 2 tim s we have been there. First time in 30 years this has happened. They say it’s because of the amount of people using but not n past years there has been more people using and still had hot water.
Julie C
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: DOUB
The campsite was great! The bathrooms were clean and the beach area is always wonderful. I would like to see some playground equipment put back in to replace what was removed.
Julie C
VerifiedJuly 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: DOUB
The campsite was great! The bathrooms were clean and the beach area is always wonderful. I would like to see some playground equipment put back in to replace what was removed.
Annwyn M
VerifiedJune 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: SING
We love this place.
Susan U
VerifiedJune 18, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: SING
We like all the campsites at trout pond. We've been there many times. It wasn't crowded this time and very quiet.
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.
Nearby Campgrounds
Last updated: June 4, 2026
