No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 23 tracked reservation dates (Sep 18 – Oct 10, 2026): 21 open for online reservation · 1 reserved · 1 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
Load status
Sep 18 – Oct 10, 2026Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 12 fall on weekdays and 9 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Oct 2026September holds the most room. 11 of 13 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 1 shelter| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by shelter
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Shelter | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| 001 | 21 |
This shelter currently has 21 reservation dates available.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotThe next bookable date is Sep 20; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Reservation dates
All 1 shelter with current availability
| Shelter | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | 21 | 21 dates | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27, Sep 28, Sep 29, Sep 30, Oct 1 +9 more |
About Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter
Overview
Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter is a day-use area near the shores of Bluestone Lake in southern West Virginia.
The 2,040 acres of water provide boaters, water skiers and fishermen with plenty of recreational opportunities.
With a capacity of up to 100 guests and dozens of activities and amenities, the day use area is a hot spot for large gatherings and outdoor fun. It is very popular among Little League Baseball groups and fishermen.
Recreation
The New River is the best warm water fishery in West Virginia. Year after year, it produces more citation game fish than any other warm water river in West Virginia. Anglers can cast a line for smallmouth, white and striped bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie and muskellunge.
A short drive to the popular Bluestone Lake Wildlife Management Area won't disappoint for hunters interested wild turkey, white-tailed deer and various small game.
Facilities
The accessible picnic shelter is equipped with electric and water hookups, as well as restrooms and ample parking. There are 12 picnic tables located around the shelter which seat approximately 75 people.
Basketball, baseball, horseshoe, playing fields and a playground are sure to keep visitors active during their visit.
A boat ramp, dock, pier and marina are a short drive away for the convenience of boaters and anglers.
Natural Features
Visitors won't want to miss the scenic views of West Virginia's third largest lake and its surrounding thick forests.
Bluestone Dam spans the New River, forming Bluestone Lake. The New River is the oldest river in North America and partially follows the path of the prehistoric Teays River.
The area is also rich in cultural history, with 103 archaeological sites located on federal property around the lake.
Getting there
From Beckley, West Virginia, take Interstate 64 east to exit 139. Go south on State Route 20 to Hinton and turn right at the first stoplight. Follow Route 20 south and turn left across the New River Bridge. Turn right at the end of the bridge on State Route 3E. Make another right onto Miller Avenue and follow the road to Bluestone Dam.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter?
Reservations for Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 21 of 23 tracked reservation dates are open (91.3%), though availability can change. Pick the shelter on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 17:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Which month has the most availability at Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter?
September 2026, with 11 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 13.
When is the next open date at Bluestone Lake Picnic Shelter?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Sun, Sep 20 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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