About this campground
War Ridge - Backus Mountain Campground in New River Gorge National River near Meadow Bridge West Virginia offers 8 free primitive tent and small RV camping sites situated on a ridge overlooking the river canyon.
What campers say
War Ridge/Backus Mountain is a small, free, primitive campground atop a ridge with great night skies and a cooling summer breeze. About 8–10 gravel sites have picnic tables and fire pits; the only facility is a single porta‑potty. The access road is gravel and the turnoff is not well marked, so follow reliable coordinates rather than map apps. The area is secluded and often quiet, though some visitors reported unfriendly neighbors or noisy off‑road traffic on occasion. Cell reception can be spotty (AT&T tended to be best); bring water, supplies, and bear spray.
Our summary of 19 traveler reviews.
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- Free
- Hiking
- National Park
- New River Gorge National River
- Pets
- Primitive
- Public Park
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Location
- Address
- 665 Fayette County Rd, Meadow Bridge, WV 25976
- GPS
- 37.8418° N, 80.9750° W
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