USA
Dolly Sods Wilderness Bear Rocks Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
This high-altitude dispersed area sits on the wind-swept Bear Rocks plateau in Dolly Sods Wilderness, offering dramatic camping among sculpted sandstone formations and stunted red spruce. Sites scatter across the open heath with views stretching to the Allegheny Mountains. Capacity runs 15-20 rigs on busy weekends, but the plateau feels spacious. Fire restrictions apply May-October; bring a camp stove.
Access via Forest Road 75 (rough gravel) then 19 (rocky, high-clearance recommended). The area sits exposed at 4,000+ feet — expect wind and rapid weather changes. Best spring through fall; winter access can be sketchy with ice and snow. No facilities, pack out all trash.
Highland plateau camping among sculpted rocks
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Davis, West Virginia |
| Miles from pavement | 8.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Rocky |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 20 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-November |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |