Spruce Knob
Riverton, WV
West Virginia’s highest point, with a stone observation tower and a short loop trail through wind-shaped spruce. The access road is long and partly gravel.
- Nearest town
- Riverton, WV
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 38.6999, -79.5328
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Back Ridge Shadows campgroundCampsite3 mi from Spruce Knob
- Wrangler Meadow CampgroundCampsite4 mi from Spruce Knob · 7 pitchesCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Seneca Rocks RV ResortMotorhome stopover12 mi from Spruce KnobMotorhomes
- East Fork Campground & Horse HotelCampsite19 mi from Spruce KnobTentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Canaan Valley Resort CampgroundCampsite22 mi from Spruce Knob · 59 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Camp Run CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Spruce Knob · 9 pitchesFree
All campsites in West Virginia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Spruce Knob?
Spruce Knob is in Riverton, WV, at GPS 38.6999, -79.5328. It is about 30 mi from Davis.
Can you camp near Spruce Knob?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Back Ridge Shadows campground, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 19 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Spruce Knob?
Spruce Knob is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: West Virginia highlands: Dolly Sods to Cass.
What is there to see near Spruce Knob?
Places worth a stop nearby: Seneca Rocks (13 mi), Green Bank Observatory (25 mi), Dolly Sods, Bear Rocks (28 mi) and Blackwater Falls State Park (29 mi).
When is the best time to visit Spruce Knob?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)