Summersville Lake Shelters

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. 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. The 2,700-acre lake provides excellent boating, water skiing, swimming and scuba diving. Anglers will find large and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish and catfish, and trout are stocked below the dam in spring and fall. There is hiking, biking, hunting and picnicking on the surrounding lands, year-round whitewater rafting on the world class Gauley River, and technical rock climbing. 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 cover the region, and black bear, deer, grouse and turkey are abundant. Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is a 10-minute drive away, with 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.