Festival Information

The Camp Barefoot 6 Music and Art Festival is scheduled to be held in Bartow, WV on Thursday, August 23 – Sunday August 26, 2012.

The weekend long event features some of the top rated acts in independent music, which have previously included Karl Denson Tiny Universe, Lotus, The New Deal, Big Gigantic, Kyle Hollingsworth, EOTO, Conspirator, Walter, Robert & Deitch trio, Particle, Zach Deputy, Perpetual Groove, Toubab Krewe, John Browns Body, Hackensaw Boys, and many more. The event is family oriented, affordable and a portion of the proceeds go directly to the Humane Society of Pocahontas County.

The Event will Feature:

  • A Main Stage and 3 side stages, featuring a rotating cast of top, independent music acts from across the country and the eastern seaboard. Stages are carefully situated to give you maximum enjoyment. There is something for everyone including a Burlesque inspired stage with dancers, a Silent Disco and the Sunday Bluegrass Jamboree.
  • Art, Crafts and Food Vendors -- bringing you the finest local handcrafted art and crafts; as well as, a variety of delicious foods, all available to the public.
  • The KidZone, features a safe, structured, and most of all fun area for kids of all ages to play and enjoy activities. Parents can also enjoy the featured entertainment from here.

Vending

For vending info please contact brandy@campbarefoot.org for more info.

Volunteering

Volunteer information will be coming soon.

We would greatly appreciate the help of some kind folks this year at Camp Barefoot 6. If you would like to pitch in just a few hours each day, we will be glad to help all of our volunteers out in return. Contact volunteers@campbarefoot.org if you are interested, thanks.

Directions to the Campground

Coordinates for GPS:

  • General Public weekend pass attendees, RV's, & Family Camping please use coordinate:
    38. 563309 , - 79. 726088
  • VIP, Pre Party Pass attendees, STAFF, VENDORS, VOLUNTEERS, & BANDS please use coordinate:
    38. 557231 , -79. 733920

Directions from major highways:

From Richmond, Charlottesville and other points southeast of camp:
Exit Interstate 81 at Staunton, Virginia onto Rt. 250 West Continue on Rt. 250 West towards Monterey, Virginia Continue on Rt. 250 through Monterey, Virginia, traveling another 22 miles to Route 28. Turn right onto Rt. 28 North and travel approximately one mile. You will see the camp sign on your left. Turn left into driveway. You will see the camp office a large two story farm house. Please park and check in with office.

From Baltimore, Washington D.C. other points northeast of camp:
Exit Interstate 81 near Strasburg, Virginia onto Rt. 55 West towards Wardensville, West Virginia. Continue on Rt. 55 West through the town of Seneca Rocks, West Virginia. Take Rt. 33 East to Rt 28 South. Take Rt 28 South. Travel on Rt. 28 South for 23 miles. You will see the camp sign on your right. Turn right into driveway. You will see the camp office a large two story farm house. Please park and check in with office. Note: If you come to the intersection of Rt. 28 and Rt. 250 you have gone one mile too far and need to turn around.

From Pittsburgh, Ohio and points West:
Exit Interstate 79 on Rt. 33 East towards Elkins, West Virginia. At Elkins, West Virginia take Rt. 250 South In Bartow, West Virginia turn left onto Rt. 28/Rt 250 Travel for 3 miles and turn left staying on Rt. 28 North. Travel for 1 mile and you will see the camp sign on your left. Turn left into driveway, park vehicle and follow signs to camp office.

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Camp Barefoot Rules

To attend Camp Barefoot you must comply with the following rules:

  • There is NO GLASS allowed on the site. We will confiscate all the glass found in vehicle during entrance of the event.
  • No Fireworks
  • No Firearms or other Weapons
  • No Open Fires
  • No NITROUS TANKS, (we like to breath in natural air)
  • NO Litterbugs (please respect the land put your trash in the can)
  • NO UNDERAGE DRINKING OR ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES
  • NO Illegal Vending
  • NO BAD ATTITUDES

Frequently Asked Questions

1.What is the camping situation like?
It will be tent camping for the general public this year. The only car camping will be in the VIP, family and RV camping sections.
2.Will there be an ATM on site?
Yes
4. How old must you be to attend?
18 yrs old or older unless accompanied by an adult
5.What does a RV pass consist of?
Only the driver of the RV needs the RV pass, which also includes all camping and event fees. Everyone else camping inside the RV only needs a general admission event ticket to attend.
6.Are there showers?
No showers, but there is a flowing river.
7.How can I get around the campground?
A shuttle bus will be running on a set schedule to carry you and your things to your campsite initially. During the event, the festival taxi will be running for a small fee.
8.Can I leave the campground and return?
Yes, you can take the shuttle to the parking lot where your car is located and leave and return to the campground at anytime. Parking is not guaranteed upon return.
9.Can we have glass bottles?
No
10.Is it a family atmosphere?
Yes, we will have a KidZone with art, family projects and games.
11.Can I bring a dog?
Yes. For the safety of your pet and others all animals must be leashed at all times. You are required to clean up after your pet!
12.Can I bring a bike?
Yes, as long is it does not need gas or batteries.
13. Where is the closest general store?
There is a general store about 10 miles away. For your convenience, many items you are searching for will be available onsite.
14.Will there be ice on site for sale?
Yes, at the merchandise tent.
15.Will there be first aid?
Yes, a first aid station will be located on the campground.
16.When do the gates open/close?
Gates open on Thursday 8/23 at 11am, and close Sunday 8/26 at 8pm. The gates will be open 24hrs. Please note that if you do not have a 4-day pass, entry will not be allowed until 8am on the day of your ticket. For example, if you have a 3-day pass, you will not be allowed to enter until Friday at 8am.