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A nice roadside spot for a solo, vehicle-based encampment in Monongahela National Forest, in West Virginia. Not discreet if passerby, but very remote gravel road, surrounded by rhododendrons. Reasonably safe, adjacent to a picturesque mountain stream that might attract fishermen in warmer months. It was freezing and snowing during my stay, and was passed only by a convoy of Jeeps out on a trail run. Located in valley, and surrounding wilderness is worth exploring. Not recommended for multiple vehicles. No cell service.

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In Thomas, West Virginia, parked right off the side of the rail trail between river and main street. Not sure if this was an acceptable place to camp. I wasn't bothered at all during my stay, but it was during winter storm, so I wasn't drawing much attention. Not discreet at all. Surrounding wilderness is great for exploration and outdoor sports. Thomas is charming and artsy. It was extremely convenient to town, but I do not recommend. Some cell service.

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This is a clear area within the city limits of Thomas, West Virginia. I was politely informed that it was not legal to camp at this location. However there is a legal spot only a short distance to the south on the same road. Not recommended. Please avoid.

A secluded parking spot along an old railroad bed in Douglas, West Virginia. Enough space for a single vehicle. Right next to white water with dramatic waterfall a short walk away. Primitive. Rudimentary fire ring. No other amenities. Minimal human activity in winter. Expect outdoor enthusiasts in summer. Serene. Highly recommend. Some cell service.

Along a moderately-traveled gravel road in Monongahela National Forest. High-elevation wooded area. Nearby observation tower. There are a few viable sites along this stretch. Fire circle. Enough space for 2 or 3 overland vehicles and/or ground tents. Recommended.

This is a spur within Monongahela National Forest. It is adjacent to a winding forest road that dead-ends at private property. This is not a campsite, it is just a small clearing. It is a viable place for a single vehicle to spend the night, but not recommended. No cell service.

An old favorite primitive campsite along a secluded forest road in Monongahela National Forest. Nestled in pines and rhododendrons, with hiking and stunning waterfalls nearby. Fire ring. Decrepit picnic table. Remote with minimal traffic. Enough space for 2 or 3 overland vehicles and/or ground tents. Some cell service. Strongly recommended.

A primitive campsite nestled in serene pines along a well-traveled forest road. Some cell service. There is a fire ring here. It's level and there is room for 2 or 3 overland vehicles, and/or some ground tents. It is along the Canaan Loop, which offers great hiking and some 4WD opportunities. There are several other nice sites along this route. Highly recommended.

A free campground in New River Gorge, in West Virginia. Nice vault toilet, picnic tables, fire rings. Clean. Well kept. Very nice. Enough space for a couple of vehicles per site. Highly recommend. A great basecamp for exploring or spending a few nights hunkered down. Poor cell service.

A lush, serene setting off of a popular, scenic four-wheel drive trail near Blackwater Falls in West Virginia. Nestled among pines with mossy rock formations in the area. Primitive with fire circle. Some cell service. Enough room for two or three overland vehicles. Very quiet and secluded in a stunning setting. Strongly recommended!

A wonderful primitive campsite in a wooded valley next to a babbling stream. Picturesque rock formations jutting from hill. A grove of conifers upstream. Small stone fire ring. Enough room for two vehicles. No cell service. Short distance up two track from forest road. Decent privacy. Just out of sight of forest road. Recommended.

A very inexpensive fee campground along Williams River. There are flat pads, picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet. Enough room for one or two vehicles. Just off of Highland Scenic Highway. There are horseshoe pits here. This is likely a popular family camping area during the warm season. No cell service. Well-maintained. Low elevation. Free camping allowed in winter.

A superb free dispersed campsite in a shady wooded valley, surrounded by conifers, and next to a beautiful stream with some good hiking and fishing nearby. Primitive with picnic table and a couple of fire rings. A gravel parking spot with room for two vehicles. Located just off of forest road, so privacy is poor. Likely a busy area in the warm season. No cell service. Recommended.

A flat spot at the side of the forest road in West Virginia suitable for overnight in a van or a rooftop tent. Enough room for one or two vehicles. Wooded setting on mountainside with Blackwater River audible in the valley. Track requires high-clearance four-wheel drive but is not too challenging. Good cell service. Primitive with no fire ring or amenities. Very low traffic and good privacy.