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About Summit Lake Campground
Overview
A 33-unit semi-primitive, wooded campground with paved access roads and parking spurs, located approximately 10 miles from Richwood, WV, adjacent to a popular 43-acre cold water fishing lake. Although the campground closes in winter, the lake is accessible year-round. Summit Lake was constructed in 956 as a reservoir for the town of Richwood, WV. It is fed by the two forks of Coats Run, a tributary of the North Fork of the Cherry River. The area has a rich history dating back to Native Americans, the lumber boom of the early 1900s and its current era of land preservation and use.
Recreation
Fishing for stocked trout is the most popular activity at Summit Lake in addtion to canoeing and kayaking. When conditions allow, hardy anglers ice fish the lake. A 1.8 mile trail around the lake offers shoreline access to the lake as well as wildlife viewing opportunities. The Cranberry Wilderness, the Cranberry Glades, Falls of Hills Creek, and the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center are all within a short drive or day bike ride.
Facilities
Summit lake campground is comprised of two loops. The first loop has sites 1-9 and a spring fed water faucet water source, trash cage, and double vault toilets. The second loop has sites 10 -33, has a hand pump for water, two double vault toilets, trash cage, and both loops offer easy access to the Summit Lake loop trail. At each campsite you will find paved spur, picnic tables, lantern post, and fire ring. Cell phone coverage is very spotty but may at times be obtained in the middle of the upper camping loop. Please Plan Ahead.
Natural Features
Summit Lake is a 43-acre cold water lake and is only a short hike or drive away from the campground. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources stocks the lake with trout in the spring and fall. There is also a naturally reproducing poplulation of largemouth bass and panfish. Near the lake you may see a bald eagle come in for some fishing or a black bear making his way along the outer edge of the lake. At 3,392 you will find Aspen trees and a variety of birds.
Nearby Attractions
Richwood is just a short 10-mile drive from the Campground. There you will find locally owned, full of unique personality dining at local restaurants. Richwood also currently offers a dollar general with grocery market.
Getting there
Directions: From Richwood, WV Tavel East on State Route 39/55 Approximately 8 miles to Summit Lake Road/WV39/5, then 2.2 miles to Summit Lake Campground. From Marlinton Travel South on US-219 S Approximately 8.3 Miles to Mill Point. Turn Right Onto WV-39 W/WV-55 W. Approximately 21 Miles Turn Right on to Summit Lake Road/ WV39/5. Approximately 2.2 Miles turn left into Summit Lake Campground. From Lewisburg Travel North on US-219 N Approximately 33 miles to Mill Point. Turn left onto WV-39 W/WV-55W. Approximately 21 Miles Turn Right On to Summit Lake Road WV39/5. Approximately 2.2 miles turn left In to Summit Lake Campground.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Summit Lake Campground?
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How current is this availability data?
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Which sites at Summit Lake Campground fit a 35-foot RV?
33 of the 33 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 90 ft.
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