Moncove Lake State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 48 campsites
- Official site
- wvstateparks.com304-772-3450
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Monroe County, about 22 miles north of Blacksburg, Moncove Lake State Park covers about 125 acres.
Things to do include historic sites, hunting in season, boating, swimming, and biking. Overnight options include 48 campsites, with RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. | — |
Official wording
9 A.M. to 6:30 P.M.
Camping is available April 1st through end of October. Some camping is available in November by calling 304-722-3450 as a courtesy to hunters.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Pets
'Dogs and cats are the only pets permitted in state parks and forests. Pets must be leashed and restrained.' Select cabins are pet-friendly, varying by park.
Statewide rule from West Virginia's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
Fees apply to lodging, camping, pools and activities.
Statewide fee rule from West Virginia's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- WV State Parks reservations (Inntopia-based, reservations.wvstateparks.com)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping Season: Campgrounds are open on a first-come, first-serve basis through October 31. Moncove Lake State Park’s campground includes 48 tent and trailer sites, 25 of which have electric hookups. There are picnic tables and fire rings with grill surfaces, drinking water, a dump station and a central bathhouse with showers. Firewood is available for purchase upon your arrival. Campgrounds are open on a first-come, first-serve basis through October 31. | 48 | Moncove Lake State Park’s campground includes 48 tent and trailer sites, 25 of which have electric hookups.Showers | — |
Camping details from the park
Moncove Lake State Park’s campground includes 48 tent and trailer sites, 25 of which have electric hookups. There are picnic tables and fire rings with grill surfaces, drinking water, a dump station and a central bathhouse with showers. Firewood is available for purchase upon your arrival.
Note: Seasonal closure of sites 28-50 occurs on September 3, 2019. Bathhouses and restrooms are winterized and closed on October 31 and reopen in spring 2020. For 2020 open dates click the link above and use the View Rates & Availability button.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Picnic Shelters
Picnic Shelters
Three picnic shelters are available to reserve, fully equipped with grills and tables. Playgrounds, restroom facilities, and a swimming pool open from Memorial Day to Labor Day will make your gathering complete!
Things to do
BikingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingHuntingHistoric sites and toursSwimming
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devil's Creek Trail | 0.6 mi | — | An easy down and back forest trail beginning in the lower campground, paralleling the Devils Creek basin along flat terrain, and connecting to the intersection of both the Diamond Hollow Trail and the Roxalia Springs Trail. At this point you may turn around and double back on the same trail or add to your hike by picking a new trail at that point. This trail consists of mostly level terrain unless you continue on one of the other two intersecting trails. Distance: 0.6 Miles Blaze: Yellow |
| Diamond Hollow Trail | 1.3 mi | — | This is a trail of varying difficulty beginning near the entrance of the lower campground and ending at the intersection of Devil’s Creek Trail. Mostly a moderate ridge top hike with both a downhill and an uphill regardless of which end you start. This trail meanders over both level and moderately sloping terrain. Distance: 1.3 miles Blaze: Red |
| Roxalia Springs Trail | 2.3 mi | — | A moderate to difficult loop trail beginning at the Moncove Lake Dam, progressing along the south side of Devil’s Creek for a time and eventually climb upwards to the top the ridge to initiate the loop. After hiking the beautifully forested ridge for just over a half mile, the trail will again intersect with itself after a moderately steep downhill walk. Be prepared for both a steep ascension and a steep descent regardless of which end of the trail you tackle first. Make sure your canteen is filled for this hike. Distance: 2.3 miles Blaze: White |
| Grouse Knoll Trail | 0.9 mi | — | This trail begins at the northern entrance (back entrance) of the park, meanders through the forest and past the upper campground, runs up a shady hollow and, after a short climb, eventually connects to the Diamond Hollow Trail. This trail offers several short uphill and downhill change-ups and follows a beautiful creek bed for a portion of its course. This trail is of moderate difficulty with the hardest part being the last 50 yards uphill to the Diamond Hollow Trail at the top of the ridge. Distance: 0.9 miles Blaze: Orange |
Trail descriptions from the park
There are five hiking trails in the park for you to enjoy, most of which are relatively short, with the longest being around 2 miles. Hikers looking for a longer trek, check the nearby Allegheny Trail on Peter's Mountain, which runs the length of the state, the southern terminus of which connects to the Appalachian Trail. While hiking in the area, be on the lookout for wildlife - whitetail deer, turkey, fox, squirrels, chipmunks, beavers, and more!
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Swimming
Jump in the swimming pool at Moncove Lake State Park for a quick cool down! The pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and includes a wading/baby pool, bathhouse and a snack bar. Moncove Lake State Park swimming pool will reopen on Memorial Day Weekend 2024. Changes to open dates are posted in 'About this Park' at the top of our webpages.
Boating and paddling
Spend a day on the lake here for breathtaking memories. Rowboats, kayaks and paddle boats may be rented and personal flotation devices are provided. Visitors are welcome to bring their own boats if they meet all state regulations and use less than a 5 hp gasoline motor. A boat ramp is available and guests may dry dock their boats near the boat launch.
Fishing
An angler’s paradise! Moncove Lake is 144 acres with excellent fishing opportunities for largemouth bass, bluegill, trout, catfish, walleye, and yellow perch. A West Virginia fishing license is required, which you can purchase online.
Fishing in Moncove Lake State Park
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Nature center or museum
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 695 Moncove Lake Access Rd
Gap Mills, WV 24941 - Nearest town
- Blacksburg — about 22 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.5458, -80.3880
- Phone
- 304-772-3450
- moncovelakesp@wv.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- West Virginia State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jun 30, 2025
- West Virginia State Parks park finder: window.parks JSON embedded in the /parks/ page (WordPress page + park post with ACF meta)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology