Lake Sherwood

Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia

Overlanding score
90/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
tent, rv, group
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

restroomshowerwaterelectricdump stationpicnic tablefire ringplaygroundboat ramphikingtrail

About Lake Sherwood

Overview

Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a complete family destination offering a wide variety of activities and camping options. Standard, tent-only and group camping facilities are perched along Lake Sherwood, the largest lake in the Monongahela National Forest.

Swimming beaches, a picnic area, boat ramp and several hiking trails are among the features of the area.Recreation

Anglers seek tiger muskie, channel catfish, bullhead, bluegill and

largemouth bass. Boating is a big draw as well.

Hikers have the option of exploring Lake Sherwood Trail, Upper Meadow Trail, Meadow Mountain Trail and Meadow Creek.Facilities

Each campsite has a parking spur, tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and lantern post. Showers are accessible.

All camping areas are served by restrooms with running water, flush toilets, hot showers and electricity (available during the summer season only). In the spring and fall, vault toilets and a hand pump well are available.

Source: Recreation.gov

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