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Hiking · March through November

Where to stay for hiking near Summersville Lake

Summersville Lake is a 2,700-acre reservoir in Nicholas County, a short drive south of Summersville, and the largest lake in West Virginia. It has the clearest water in the state and is the main destination for scuba diving, cliff jumping and sandstone rock climbing at Long Point. The lake is drawn down each September to feed the Gauley River whitewater releases.

Nothing is listed near Summersville Lake for hiking yet. Trails run from short rim walks at New River Gorge to the 24 mile North Fork Mountain Trail and the open barrens of Dolly Sods.

Where do you stay for hiking near Summersville Lake?

Hiking near Summersville Lake runs march through november. Nothing is listed in Summersville Lake itself yet — the nearby towns below are the closest beds.

Best time of year
March through November
Where it is
Summersville Lake, West Virginia

Nothing listed yet

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Hiking elsewhere

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What people ask

When can you go hiking near Summersville Lake?
The season near Summersville Lake runs march through November. Trails run from short rim walks at New River Gorge to the 24 mile North Fork Mountain Trail and the open barrens of Dolly Sods.
Where should I stay for hiking near Summersville Lake?
There is nothing listed near Summersville Lake yet. Travelers generally base themselves in Summersville or Gauley River National Recreation Area instead.
What is the best month for hiking near Summersville Lake?
The main season runs march through November, with the shoulder weeks at either end generally quieter and cheaper than the middle of the season. Outside that window conditions become unreliable and some access points close.