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Summit Lake Campground

Summit Lake Campground, near Richwood, West Virginia, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape into nature without sacrificing comfort. With designated sites and essential amenities like clean restrooms and drinking water, it’s a solid choice for both tent and RV campers.

This campground is surrounded by stunning scenery, making it perfect for fishing, hiking, or just soaking in the views. Visitors have raved about the spacious sites and the well-kept facilities, with one camper noting, “Wonderful country and scenery. Great campgrounds.” There are also walking trails that lead right to the lake, offering a great way to enjoy the outdoors.

Families will find plenty to do here, with access to fishing spots and beautiful waterfalls nearby. The campground is kid-friendly, and there are bike trails for those looking to explore on two wheels. While some campers mentioned the occasional noise from generators during peak times, the overall vibe is peaceful and welcoming, making it a great place to unwind and connect with nature.

Description

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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.

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Location

Summit Lake Campground is located in West Virginia

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Directions

From Richwood, WV, take US Rt. 39/55 for 6.3 miles to the Summit Lake campground sign. Turn left onto County Rt. 39/5 and go 2.2 miles to campground.

Coordinates

38.24900054 N
80.4450004 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets

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4 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 13, 2021

Not bad

Great Campground, for tent campers there are vaulted toilets that are normally clean! We have returned here year after year. The upper sites you can get a faint ATT signal. The only downside is that during peak times( holidays etc) there were a bunch of sites with generators running all night and yappy dogs LOL! Other than that we love it here!

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Summit Lake Campground by Jim P., July 13, 2021
  • Review photo of Summit Lake Campground by Jim P., July 13, 2021
  • Review photo of Summit Lake Campground by Jim P., July 13, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 29, 2021

Spring fishing trip

Our first trip to this area and we weren't disappointed. Wonderful country and scenery. Great campgrounds, spacious, bit aa bit tight to back into with soft shoulders to the road. Clean bathrooms and trash cans are plentiful. Walking trails to the lake and what a lake! We shall return at some point when it doesn't snow between 80 degree weeks.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Summit Lake Campground by Fred R., April 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Summit Lake Campground by Fred R., April 29, 2021
  • Review photo of Summit Lake Campground by Fred R., April 29, 2021
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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2018

Kid and family friendly

Multiple areas to fish including lake and river. Beautiful waterfalls and access via bike trails. Restrooms available.

Month of VisitMay

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Summit Lake Campground?

    Summit Lake Campground allows vehicles up to 94 feet.