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EarthSky Private Camp & Retreat

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· Philippi, Barbour, West Virginia
16 acres hosted by Emily P.
4 RV/tent sites
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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Best in West Virginia: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Emily is a Star Host
Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
Hello Campers & Glampers! Our property is 16.5 acres, two of which are along the Tygart Valley River and the rest are within forest canopy on the mountainside. We are in the low foothills of the Appalachia. We have 4 riverfront sites and we are continually changing our space around This year we will be adding a tiny house on site 4 and a sweatlodge with soaking pool on Site 1 additional camping spots along the property near outhouse Each site is equipped with a steel fire pit/grill and a picnic table. We have been busy building hiking trails and more primitive campsites on the 14.5 acres on the hillside across the road from the riverfront for all to enjoy. Step outside your tent and enjoy natures bounty —outdoor activities including fishing, kayaking, hiking, bird watching are all at your fingertips and much more. There are 300+ acres of public land less than one mile away with miles of ATV and hiking trails and stocked ponds. If you're a fan of waterfalls just 4 miles down river is Arden Falls, one of our areas best kept secrets. The Tygart Valley River is one of the top kayaking rivers in the country. Audra State Park is less than 20 minutes away with lush forest trails with caves to explore. Well known hiking trails such as Seneca Rocks, Spruce Knob, and the Dolly Sods are all within an hour drive. Go to Nelson Rocks for the ultimate climbing experience on the Via Ferrata. We are the perfect place to come to explore the wild beauty of West Virginia without the crowds. A hidden gem!
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169 ratings · 110 reviews
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Kristen L.recommends
October 22, 2024
River Front Site #1 tent/van/car
Great space right on the river. Beautiful view of the mountains. Four sites separated by fence barriers, would be great for groups!!
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Brionna M.recommends
October 21, 2024
River Front Site #3
I had the best time at EarthSky! The location is stunning and off the beaten path. Hosts are friendly and responsive. Ask for hiking recommendations! :) Some notes for fellow women solo campers: as others pointed out, the campsites are spaced out well, but all in full view of each other. The camp is off right off of a road, but it’s mostly local use—to find the camp you have to know it’s there, so no random people are just wandering in off the street. There’s a strong enough cell signal at the site for calls and text messages. Overall, I felt very safe and at peace!
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Edgardo G.recommends
October 14, 2024
River Front Site #4
Awesome piece of heaven in earth
Dear Emely and Dusty, I wanted to take a moment to thank you both for providing such an amazing experience at Earth Sky! Our stay at your campsite was truly unforgettable. The entire site was incredibly clean and well-maintained, which made us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout our time there. We also appreciated how friendly and respectful the other campers were during our 2 day stay. It was clear that you’ve cultivated an environment where everyone can enjoy nature peacefully and respectfully. Thank you again for creating such a special space! We’ll definitely be returning in the future and will be recommending Earth Sky to our friends and family. Warm regards, Edgardo and Gigi Garcia
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Magali M.recommends
October 7, 2024
River Front Site 2 tent/car/van
Great location, great hosts!
Loved camping here! The hosts were great. We needed firewood and bought some from them, and he even helped us start a fire since we forgot our lighter. Told us a little bit about the road and things to do in the area. At night, if the sky is clear (which was for us) you can see all the stars, it’s pretty incredible. Fog rolling in at night was also pretty cool. We would have stayed two nights, but we have a senior dog who wasn’t feeling great, so we had to leave. But we’ll definitely be back if we’re in the area.
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S W.recommends
October 6, 2024
River Front Site 2 tent/car/van
Almost Heaven...
Great hosts, beautiful piece of land. River is perfect for paddleboards and kayaks in this area..however..Class 5's are a couple miles down so be careful. Launch literally 30 feet behind camp. Facilities are a work in progress, be prepared. Pet friendly.. Scenic drive to Arden, WV is a must.. Overall, our favorite so far. We'll be back in Spring.
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Molly B.recommends
October 3, 2024
River Front Site #4
Very cute camping spot, with helpful and responsive hosts! Located near lots of points of interest.
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Philippi, Barbour, West Virginia, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of 𐓏𐒰𐓓𐒰𐓓𐒷 𐒼𐓂𐓊𐒻 𐓆𐒻𐒿𐒷 𐓀𐒰^𐓓𐒰^(Osage), Shawandasse Tula (Shawanwaki/Shawnee), Massawomeck, and Calicuas First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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