River Bend amenities

Evergreen community facts from archived RBM publications — verify hours and rules with River Bend Membership Corporation before planning your visit. Operated as an unofficial visitor guide by Varry LLC.

A private, gated recreational-vehicle community on the Upper Potomac River near Falling Waters, West Virginia. · 400 acres · Open season with utilities typically April through October; owners may access property year-round.

The Lodge Map

Center of the park, Ranger Road

  • Youth & Teen Center — Pool table room, game room (video and board games), bingo hall, and library with books and videos to borrow.
  • Laundry — Full-service laundry facility; supplies available at the convenience store.
  • Lounge — Privately operated lounge with live entertainment regularly.
  • Convenience Store / Deli — Groceries, fishing supplies, prepared hot foods, and more.
  • Fellowship Hall / Church — Non-denominational church open to all; services Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
  • Meeting Halls — Two halls for membership and board meetings; may be rented for weddings, birthdays, and reunions (contact RBMC office).

Swimming Pools Map

Pools open Memorial Day through Labor Day (verify current season schedule with RBM).

  • Toddler Pool — For the youngest members.
  • Lap Pool — For exercise enthusiasts.
  • Activity Pool — Beach-style zero entrances with fountains and sprinklers.

Recreation & Sports

  • 18-Hole Mini Golf — On-site putt-putt course. View on map
  • Basketball & Tennis Courts — Available for pick-up games. View on map
  • Ball Field — Large fenced field for organized sports and RBMC-sponsored activities. View on map
  • Horseshoe Pits — Numerous pits; River Bend Horseshoe Club runs tournaments. View on map

Member Facilities

  • Bathhouses — Seven bathhouses with showers, typically 6:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. View on map
  • Ranger Road bathhouse — On Ranger Road; open 24 hours during open season. View on map
  • Pavilions — Three pavilions throughout the community; reserve through RBMC office for private parties. View on map

River & Water Activities Map

  • Boating, Jet Skiing, Tubing & Fishing — Deep navigable section of the Potomac River.
  • River Bend Boat Club (RBBC) — Maintains and sponsors the boat ramp; separate club membership fee for ramp access.

On-site services

Full member services directory — including off-site contractors — on Services.

River Bend Store

Cottle, LLC

304-274-1179

  • Monday – Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday & Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Breakfast and lunch menus
  • Dine in or carry out
  • Propane refills
  • Groceries and camp supplies

River Bend Bar & Grill

304-274-0117

Hours not listed on archived site — verify with operator.

  • Restaurant and lounge
  • Live entertainment regularly

RBMC Office

304-274-2811

3247 Vineyard Rd, Falling Waters, WV 25419

  • Membership questions
  • Passes and guest registration
  • Maintenance requests
  • Pavilion reservations
  • Building permit applications

Seasonal events (typical)

Anchor events from community archives — confirm dates on the community calendar.

  • Easter Party

    Spring

    Easter Bunny appearance, games, crafts, and treats for kids.

  • Annual Carnival

    Memorial Day Weekend

    Rides, games, and food.

  • Fourth of July Celebration

    Early July

    Fireworks over the riverbend and weekend events.

  • Golf Cart Parades

    Throughout the season

    Decorated carts with prizes in various categories.

  • Annual Car Show

    Seasonal

    Vintage cars, golf carts, and motorcycles at the ball field; Boat Club ice cream social.

  • Outdoor Movie Nights

    Seasonal

    Community movie screenings.

  • Christmas in July

    Mid-summer

    Themed mid-season celebration.

  • Fall Fest

    Autumn

    End-of-season community festival.

  • Bingo Games

    Seasonal

    Bingo hall events for children and adults.

  • Live Music & Bonfires

    Weekends

    Lounge and outdoor entertainment throughout the season.

Membership, dues, gate passes, and pavilion reservations require official RBM channels — not this visitor demo.

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