The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow
River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of
natural and cultural features. The Gauley River contains several class V+
rapids, making it one of the most adventurous white water boating rivers in
the east.

The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River contains several class V+ rapids, making it one of the most adventurous white water boating rivers in the east.

Bird's eye view of the park

Gauley River National Recreation Area

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.

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.

## Overview

Battle Run Campground is 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 2790-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, geocaching, and picnicking
opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake. For high adventure seekers,
whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River.
The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.

## Facilities

The 2790-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, geocaching, and picnicking
opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake. For high adventure seekers,
whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River.
The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.

## 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 as well as a Civil War Battle Reenactment every other year.
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. Mountain
Lake Campground is a privately managed campground with lake access.
Summersville Lake Retreat is three miles east on Route 129 offering cabins and
lighthouse tours. World-renowned rock climbing on the New River Gorge- just 18
miles south. Within the 63,000 acres of New River Gorge River are over 1,400
established rock climbs. "The New" has become one of the most popular climbing
areas in the country. The cliffs at New River Gorge are made up of a very hard
sandstone, and range from 30 to 120 feet in height.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Battle Run Campground is conveniently located just south of Summersville, West Virginia, on the shores of the largest lake in the state. 
<br/><br/>
Superb water quality and sheer sandstone cliffs make Summersville Lake a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The 2790-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, geocaching, and picnicking opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake.  
 
For high adventure seekers, whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River. The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The 2790-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, geocaching, and picnicking opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake.  
 
For high adventure seekers, whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River. The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<br/><br/>
Wildlife, including black bear, deer, grouse and turkey, is abundant in the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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 as well as a Civil War Battle Reenactment every other year.
 
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. Mountain Lake Campground is a privately managed campground with lake access. Summersville Lake Retreat is three miles east on Route 129 offering cabins and lighthouse tours.

World-renowned rock climbing on the New River Gorge- just 18 miles south. Within the 63,000 acres of New River Gorge River are over 1,400 established rock climbs. "The New" has become one of the most popular climbing areas in the country. The cliffs at New River Gorge are made up of a very hard sandstone, and range from 30 to 120 feet in height.

BATTLE RUN

Summersville Lake

Battle Run

## 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

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.

## 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.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Summersville Lake Shelters are conveniently located just south of Summersville, West Virginia, on the shores of the largest lake in the state. 
<br/><br/>
Superb water quality and sheer sandstone cliffs make Summersville Lake a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The 2700-acre lake provides excellent boating, water skiing, swimming and scuba diving. 
<br/><br/>
Anglers will find large and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, and catfish. Trout are stocked below the dam in spring and fall.<br/>
<br/>
Visitors also enjoy the great hiking, biking, hunting and picnicking opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake. <br/>
<br/>
Whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River. The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The 2700-acre lake provides excellent boating, water skiing, swimming and scuba diving. 
<br/><br/>
Anglers will find large and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, and catfish. Trout are stocked below the dam in spring and fall.<br/>
<br/>
Visitors also enjoy the great hiking, biking, hunting and picnicking opportunities on the lands surrounding the lake. <br/>
<br/>
Whitewater rafting is available year-round on the world class Gauley River. The Summersville Lake area also offers technical rock climbing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
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.
<br/><br/>
Wildlife, including black bear, deer, grouse and turkey, is abundant in the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.<br/>
<br/>
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.

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