Summersville Lake

Us Army Corps of Engineers, West Virginia.

Noted for its spectacular cliffs and white water on the Gauley River. Near Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park, a Civil War battlefield. On WV 129 at Mt. Nebo, 3 mi W of US 19.

Camping and Day Use

  • Battle Run
  • Summersville Lake Shelters

Nearby Activities

  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Climbing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Hotel/Lodge/Resort Privately Owned
  • Other Recreation Concession Site
  • Picnicking
  • Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
  • Swimming Site
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

On WV 129 at Mt. Nebo, 3 miles west of US 19.

Additional Information

  • Summersville Lake Website

Photo Gallery

  • bird wading in waterbird wading

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