Camden-on-Gauley pairs river-town simplicity with big-outdoors opportunity. Set along the Gauley’s storied whitewater, it offers weekends that can swing from a quiet cast at dawn to an adrenaline rush by afternoon on the Gauley River National Recreation Area’s famed runs, guided by the National Park Service at the Gauley River National Recreation Area. Summer brings flatwater fun at the emerald coves of Summersville Lake, managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Summersville Lake, while shady trails and waterfalls await at the state’s second-largest park, Holly River State Park. For deeper forest escapes, trailheads into the Monongahela National Forest are an easy day trip, delivering trout streams, high-country overlooks, and crisp mountain air.
Community rhythms are steady and welcoming. As part of Webster County, residents benefit from county services and a tradition of helping hands. Families appreciate the personal attention in local classrooms and the countywide support for academics and athletics. Healthcare needs are close to home through WVU Medicine’s Webster County Memorial Hospital at WVU Medicine – Webster County Memorial Hospital. A short drive to Webster Springs puts you in the middle of the crowd-pleasing Webster County Woodchopping Festival, celebrated at the Webster County Woodchopping Festival.
Whether you’re seeking a first home by the river, extra room for gear and a workshop, or a base camp for four-season recreation, Camden-on-Gauley delivers value, access, and a pace that makes time for what matters. When you’re ready to move or sell, Agent Pronto can connect you with a proven local real estate professional to guide every step.