Gerald Freeman Campground

Sutton Lake

🏕️ CampgroundMonongahela National ForestWest Virginia⭐ 4.2 (315)

🟢 34 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Mon Sep 21–Thu Sep 24

Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive

🐕 Dogs allowed — all 156 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.

Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 3h ago.

Book / check availability →🧭 Directions

💡 In short

Gerald Freeman Campground in West Virginia has 34 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Sep 21–Thu Sep 24. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates

Mon Sep 21 – Thu Sep 243 nightsbook these dates →👥 12 in a row, Black Bear #042–Black Bear #053 next to each othersites #031, #032, #034, #036, #037, #038, #040, #042, #043, #044, #045, #046, #047, #048, #049, #050, #051, #052, #053, #057, #059

Mon Sep 21 – Wed Sep 232 nightsbook these dates →sites #039

Tue Sep 22 – Thu Sep 242 nightsbook these dates →sites #030

Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #036, #038, #040, #046, #048, #052

Wed Sep 23 – Fri Sep 252 nightsbook these dates →sites #056, #061

Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →👥 4 in a row, Black Bear #030–Black Bear #033 next to each othersites #030, #031, #032, #033, #035, #041, #042, #045, #047, #049, #051, #054, #056, #058, #060, #061

Mon Sep 28 – Thu Oct 13 nightsbook these dates →sites #034, #044, #050, #053, #055, #057, #059

Tue Sep 29 – Thu Oct 12 nightsbook these dates →sites #043

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite Black Bear #031 — 31 — **Site Black Bear #031** · 31BRC

Campsite Black Bear #032 — 32 — **Site Black Bear #032** · 32BRC

Campsite Black Bear #034 — 34 — **Site Black Bear #034** · 34BRC

Campsite Black Bear #036 — 36 — **Site Black Bear #036** · 36BRC

Campsite Black Bear #037 — 37 — **Site Black Bear #037** · 37SR

Campsite Black Bear #038 — 38 — **Site Black Bear #038** · 38BRC

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $28–$46/nightStandard ElectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆315 ratings

Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Gerald Freeman Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Gerald Freeman Campground?

Gerald Freeman Campground in West Virginia takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Gerald Freeman Campground?

Campsite fees at Gerald Freeman Campground run about $28–$46/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Gerald Freeman Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Gerald Freeman Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Gerald Freeman Campground a good campground?

Gerald Freeman Campground holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 315 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Gerald Freeman Campground located?

Gerald Freeman Campground is located in Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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