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Kayaking and Canoeing · April through October

Where to stay for paddling in Summersville, WV

Summersville is the seat of Nicholas County, with about 3,600 residents, on US 19 in central West Virginia. Summersville Lake, the largest lake in the state at about 2,800 acres, is a short drive south and is known for clear water, cliff diving and scuba diving. The Gauley River below Summersville Dam produces the fall rafting releases that draw paddlers from across the country each September and October.

Nothing is listed in Summersville, WV for paddling yet. Flatwater paddling centers on Summersville Lake, Cheat Lake and the Greenbrier River, which is runnable in canoes for much of its length in spring.

Where do you stay for paddling in Summersville, WV?

Kayaking and Canoeing in Summersville, WV runs april through october. Nothing is listed in Summersville itself yet — the nearby towns below are the closest beds.

Best time of year
April through October
Where it is
Summersville, West Virginia

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What people ask

When can you go paddling in Summersville, WV?
The season in Summersville, WV runs april through October. Flatwater paddling centers on Summersville Lake, Cheat Lake and the Greenbrier River, which is runnable in canoes for much of its length in spring.
Where should I stay for paddling in Summersville, WV?
There is nothing listed in Summersville, WV yet. Travelers generally base themselves in Summersville Lake or Gauley River National Recreation Area instead.
What is the best month for paddling in Summersville, WV?
The main season runs april through October, 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.