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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

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!

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Horseback riding

Natural features

Cave

Forest

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

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171 ratings · 111 reviews

Derek P.recommends

October 27, 2024

River Front Site 2 tent/car/van

We had an absolute (albeit cold) weekend at Emily's land. The campsites are beautiful and Dustin and Emily coube more welcoming. We will definitely returning next year with slightly warmer nights. So much great stuff to do and explore around the campground and it's also a perfect place to just unwind and relax.

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!!

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!

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

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.

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.

Location

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