Summersville Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access
4
Bookable sites
up to 50
People per site
4
Accessible sites
1,738 ft
Elevation
Overview
Summersville Lake Shelters are conveniently located just south of Summersville, West Virginia, on the shores of the largest lake in the state.
Superb water quality and sheer sandstone cliffs make Summersville Lake a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
The 2700-acre lake provides excellent boating, water skiing, swimming and scuba diving.
Anglers will find large and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, and catfish. Trout are stocked below the dam in spring and fall.
Visitors also enjoy the great hiking, biking, hunting and picnicking opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake.
Whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River. The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.
Facilities
This day-use area has four large group picnic shelters, offering an ideal retreat for parties or family functions. Amenities include flush toilets and drinking water.
Natural Features
Scenic Summersville Lake is known for its striking cliffs and quiet coves along 60 beautiful miles of shoreline. Dense forests of maple, oak, hickory, beech and birch trees cover the region.
Wildlife, including black bear, deer, grouse and turkey, is abundant in the area.
Nearby Attractions
The historic Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is a 10-minute drive from the campground. The park offers a museum, three Gauley River overlooks and hiking trails.
Summersville Lake Marina and Sarge's Dive Shop are 11 miles away, offering kayak and pontoon boat rentals. The town of Summersville, another five miles north, has several grocery stores, restaurants and service stations.
The facts
4 bookable sites
4 sites for day use only
4 accessible sites
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: BATTLE RUN RECREATION AREA, DAMSITE PICNIC AREA
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Summersville Lake Shelters
Can you reserve a site at Summersville Lake Shelters?
Yes, Summersville Lake Shelters is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Summersville Lake Shelters have?
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