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East Lynn Lake - COE/East Fork
Overview
East Fork Campground at East Lynn Lake offers a peaceful retreat nestled within the rugged beauty of southwestern West Virginia. As a US Army Corps of Engineers facility, the park provides a well-maintained environment where the focus remains on the natural landscape. The 1,006-acre lake serves as the centerpiece of the area, surrounded by over 22,000 acres of protected public lands. It is a destination where the morning mist over the water and the sound of local wildlife create a truly immersive outdoor experience for every visitor.
Location & Surroundings
Located in Wayne County near the town of East Lynn, the park is situated among the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The surrounding terrain is characterized by dense hardwood forests and the winding waters of the East Fork of Twelvepole Creek. This secluded location ensures a quiet atmosphere far from the noise of major highways. The heavily forested hillsides provide a vibrant display of color during the autumn months, making the drive into the park as scenic as the stay itself.
Amenities & Park Features
The campground features 166 spacious sites, many of which are equipped with water and electrical hookups to accommodate modern RVs. Travelers will find essential conveniences including modern shower houses, restrooms, and a reliable dump station. For those who enjoy spending time on the water, the park offers multiple launching ramps for easy boat access. Families often appreciate the on-site playgrounds and designated picnic shelters, which make it easy to organize group gatherings in a comfortable setting.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor recreation is the primary draw at East Lynn Lake, with premier fishing opportunities for largemouth bass, crappie, and channel catfish. Hikers can explore the East Fork Trail, which winds through the forest and offers glimpses of the diverse local flora and fauna. Beyond the immediate lake area, visitors can take a short drive to explore other regional highlights like Beech Fork State Park or the historic charm of nearby Huntington. The area is also popular for wildlife photography and birding throughout the year.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal match for nature enthusiasts and families who prefer a traditional, woodsy camping vibe over a commercial resort. It is a top choice for anglers and boaters who want direct access to the water without sacrificing basic comforts. Because of its quiet environment and dark night skies, it is also perfectly suited for RVers looking to disconnect and enjoy a slower pace of life in a scenic, natural setting.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Merissa Vance
It's a great place to go to get away and little vacation, if you have kids they will have a blast, mine did in the summer they swim at the camp area. Fall they love to decorate and do arts and crafts. They make apple butter at area 1 every year and its amazing. It's all and all a great place to with kids if you have and even if you don't have kids its still a great get away.
Maria Hidalgo Dolan
Fabulous 2 days June 2025! So peaceful and quiet nestled between 2 mountain ranges with the wonderful East Lynn Lake right at the end of our campsite. Very level site. Almost every site is on the water. We biked all over the campground in the morning and kayaked in the afternoon. Super remote. BRING ALL YOUR OWN SUPPLIES! Tiny little store north and south but best to have everything you will need for your time here. No sewer. Just water and electricity. Very dangerous skinny disintegrated roadway coming from the south. We actually witnessed a fatal head on collision the day we arrived. North of the campground the road is much better. Many people drive way too fast on these curvy dangerous mountain roadways. Very scary.
Deda Stroud
I've been going to the lake ever since I can remember As a child I love going swimming and later in the evening my family and I would do some night time fishing which was amazing Now I have kids of my own I take them camping fishing Boating and we have recently got some Kayla's and we go camping 4 to 5 times every summer MY favorite time is the last weekend in October when everyone decorates their camp sites with spooky ghost and goblins and all the little one get to trick or treat in a safe place
Tara Mills
Love camping at East Lynn Campground we go ever chance we get. Very friendly people there. So peaceful and quiet.
Randy Adkins
Friendly Camp Ground for family ⛺.
Gamer Funtime
It's a great place to camp but if it had hookup for sewer it would be awesome
Michael Ewing
Had a great time at this campground. Please fix the roads that leads you to this place. Horrible roads but besides that had a very pleasant stay. Connie in the camp store made my stay more enjoyable. She is very knowledgeable and a great person. Thanks Connie from Nashville(inside joke).
Trisha Williams
From a little girl on up to my teenage years this was the place to be and where it was at if you're looking for a good time family time camping or just to get away and have some fun this is the place to be I have nothing but good memories there as a little girl and plan on making many more I can't say enough about this place and the experiences but if you're looking for somewhere to go the visit and camp and swim and meet nice if you're looking for a place to go camping and shake your family or just some alone time and have fun this is the place to be this is where my heart is so many good memories here and plan on making many more this is the best place to go swimming and camping if you're looking for something like this there's good humble country people that will give you the shirt off their back if you needed it good hospitality and Berry nice people East Lynn Lake is where it's at visit I promise you won't want to leave.💜💜🤗
Lonnie Hensley
Me and my family loves east Lynn campground, it is so peaceful and relaxing, we've been camping at east Lynn over 20 years we do not want to go anywhere else, the host are nice and the Rangers patrol it regularly. I will be camping here for a long time.
Nikki
Very peaceful week spent at East Lynn Lake, we stayed in area 4. The camp host were great, kept the area nice and clean. No phone or internet signal (with AT&T or Sprint) , but that made it even more peaceful.