Moncove Lake State Park www.wvstateparks.com
Recreational Facilities Picnicking reservable shelters shelters may be reserved one year in advance Swimming swimming pool open Memorial Day to Labor Day wading/baby pool bathhouse snack sales area swimming is not permitted in the lake Fishing 144-acre lake largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, crappie and walleye rowboats and paddle boats rented launching pad boat limit of 5 hp gasoline motor accessible fishing pier valid West Virginia fishing license required license purchase available online: www.wvfish.com Hunting allowed on 500-acre Wildlife Management Area grouse, rabbit, squirrel, and waterfowl whitetail deer and wild turkey guns, bows and broadheads must be cased in park area valid West Virginia hunting license required license purchase available online: www.wvhunt.com
Camping Rules MONCOVE LAKE STATE PARK is located in Monroe County s Sweet Springs Valley, a lush, picturesque area of West Virginia that any outdoor enthusiast will appreciate. accommodations 48 tent and trailer sites 25 sites with electric hookups potable water available dump station available picnic tables firerings with grill surface central bathhouse with flush toilet facilities and hot showers firewood available for purchase souvenirs Nearby Attractions Greenbrier State Forest Greenbrier River Trail The Greenbrier Resort Hanging Rock Hawk Tower Historic Lewisburg Lost World Caverns Organ Cave Camping Information Check-out is noon. Two motor vehicles per site. One camping unit and one additional tent per site. Sites are rented on a first-come, first-served basis. Camping is only permitted at designated sites. Hunting is not permitted within the state park. Campers must register and pay at check-in. Campers should not be a nuisance or infringe on the rights of others. No explosive materials or dangerous substances are allowed. Uncased firearms, bows and arrows are prohibited. A 10 mph speed limit or less is observed in campgrounds. Motorbikes or ATVs are prohibited. No bicycle riding after dark unless lighted in front and rear. WV state law requires bicycle riders under 15 years of age to wear a helmet. Campers are responsible for any damage. Vehicles and campers must meet state licensing requirements. Campers are responsible for observing all posted rules and regulations. No alcohol. Only dogs or cats. Pets must be on a leash not more than 10 feet in length. Fires allowed in designated areas only. Fire must be attended. Camping permits may be revoked without refund for violation of campground rules.
LOCATION From I-64: Get off at the Lewisburg exit and follow U.S. Route 219 south to Union. In Union, take state Route 3 to Gap Mills. Then go north on county Route 8 for approximately 6 miles. From U.S. Route 460: At Rich Creek, take U.S. Route 219 north to Union. In Union, take state Route 3 to Gap Mills. Then go north on county Route 8 for approximately 6 miles. The park entrance is on the left. County Route 8 is also known as the Marion Shiflett Parkway. HC 83, Box 73-A Gap Mills, WV 24941 304.772.3450 www.moncovelakestatepark.com West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, Capitol Complex, Charleston, WV 25305 STATEMENT OF POLICY REGARDING THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO USE FACILITIES AND PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAMS Visitors are responsible for observing park rules and regulations. It is the policy of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, accommodations, services and programs to all persons without regard to gender, race, color, age, religion, national origin or disability. Proper licenses, registration and compliance with official rules and regulations are the only sources of restrictions for facility use or program participation. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. 3/09