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Cheat Canyon Campground Introduce

Cheating Canyon Campground is a hidden gem nestled along the scenic Preston Highway in Albright, WV, offering a unique blend of convenience, affordability, and natural beauty for outdoor enthusiasts. Located just minutes away from Cheat Canyon and the famous Narrows, this campground provides an ideal base camp for exploring the stunning river valleys and rugged terrain of West Virginia. With a focus on simplicity and accessibility, Cheat Canyon Campground caters to both tent campers and RV travelers, offering basic yet functional amenities in a peaceful mountain setting.

What sets Cheat Canyon Campground apart is its proximity to the Cheat River, making it an excellent choice for boaters, anglers, and nature lovers who appreciate riverside access. The campsites are situated among towering trees, providing shade and a sense of seclusion while offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or an extended stay, this campground provides the perfect mix of comfort and adventure.

At Cheat Canyon Campground, guests can enjoy:

  • Basic but clean restroom facilities with running water
  • Hot showers available for a small fee (bring quarters!)
  • RV parking with electric hookups
  • Fire pits and picnic tables at each site
  • Convenient river access for boating and kayaking
  • A friendly host, Phil, who goes out of his way to make guests feel welcome
  • Pet-friendly camping with the added charm of the host's dogs

The campground offers a special promotional rate of $5 per person per night, making it an incredibly budget-friendly option for adventurers on a budget. This pricing structure is perfect for solo travelers, couples, and small groups looking to explore the area without breaking the bank.

Customer feedback highlights the positive experiences of those who have stayed at Cheat Canyon Campground:

  • "Amazing rate of $5 a night per person. I love going down there and having riverside access/woodsy sites! Being an R1 boater, I don't like long carries to the river and this is so close that I'm happy."
  • "This is a small campground, but was very convenient for Cheat Canyon and Narrows. Phil is a friendly host and his dogs are cute! He allowed us to put-in (on the river) right from our campsite. There's a nice 'mountain' view and the trees on the property are pretty."
  • "The hot water works well too. The owners are super friendly. Can't wait to go back!"

If you're looking for an authentic camping experience in West Virginia, Cheat Canyon Campground offers a perfect blend of affordability, convenience, and natural beauty. Whether you're exploring the winding trails of the Narrows or enjoying a peaceful evening by the river, this campground provides everything you need to make your adventure memorable.

Location

West VirginiaPreston CountyAlbrightNorth Preston Highway

Customer Reviews

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Janna Bianculli
Aug 14, 2020

This is a small campground, but was very convenient for the Cheat Canyon and Narrows. Phil is a friendly host and his dogs are cute! He allowed us to put-in (on the river) right from our campsite. There's a nice "mountain" view and the trees on the property are pretty. The bathrooms could use a little TLC, but they functioned properly and were 10x better than using a port-a-john. We will definitely stay here again if we are back in the area.

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Erie Creek Rafter Janicki
Sep 05, 2018

Amazing rate of $5 a night per person. I love going down there and having a riverside access/woodsy site! Being an R1 boater, I don't like long carries to the river and this is so close that I'm happy. Just don't forget to bring quarters for the shower facility which is nice and clean. The hot water works well too. The owners are super friendly. Can't wait to go back!

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Bill Clugston
Aug 30, 2020

Very large and spacious campground located on West Virginia's Cheat River. Quiet and plenty of room to stretch out. Amazingly, the campground actually has cellular coverage (T-mobile). The price as of 2020 was $5 a head - - hard to beat. Yes, it's a substantial drive from I-68 but worth it!

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Michael P
Jul 27, 2019

Great and inexpensive place to camp - convenient to Cheat River Outfitters white water rafting company (great rafting company by the way). I just finished doing a white water rafting trip with Cheat River Outfitters up the road about 1/2 mile and wanted a place to stay over for the night. Turned out to be a great place. I tent camped for $5 !! How can you beat that? Also nice are the hot showers (pay showers for 1$ but nice and hot) for cleaning up after a rafting trip. There is a nice wide field to camp and also some camp spots down in the tree line near the river for a quite and private spot. the sites have a fire ring and newer picnic tables. the day i was there, there was only me. during the week i imagine it will always be quite. It would be a nice place if you want privacy and not many loud people/campers/RVs. There are showers in the main building and flush toilets. I would have given it 5 stars if the bathrooms were a little more cleaned up - like a few spider webs. ..lthough at 5$ you aren't getting a Holiday Inn spa. Also you do get some road noise from rt26 from crazy truck/rude truck drivers using their engine breaks. but if you are near the river the rushing water blocks out the noise pretty well. It is about 4 minutes down the road from Cheat River Outfitters. Go South on rt26 to Kingwood about a 10 minute drive to find a supermarket, Chinese Buffet, Catholic Church (St Sebastian 10:30 AM Sunday Mass), and a few stores. i would highly recommend this place if you want a very cheap, flush toilet, hot shower, low key, nice camp site, few people palce to camp. Also - a real nice treat up the road about 1-2 miles north on rt26..check out the old blast furnace site ( small road side sign marking the spot) then walk up stream ~20 yds feet - the best coolest water fall cascades that will surprise you.

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aref maroof
Aug 06, 2023

Relaxing, calm and full of nature and beauty. We enjoyed a lot , the owner is super humble and friendly ,

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Nick Murray
May 04, 2025

Amazing campground with tons of space. They kept the porta pots clean and stocked with good quality toilet paper. They also provided a large dumpster for trash during Chest Fest. Amazing place to stay.