Voted Best Campground in West Virginia
For the 3rd year in a row we were voted Best Campground and one of the Best Vacation Rentals in WV! Come see what everyone is talking about. Great location, awesome amenities, and lots of fun.
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Cabins
We have a dozen different cabins to choose from! Pick from one of our five deluxe Cabins that are great for families, reunions, weddings, or just a visit to the area when you don’t want to bring anything. Want to try glamping? We have six different themed glamping cabins for your enjoyment. Check them out!
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Camping
The things that make us unique are the incredible views and scenery, spacious sites and beautiful grounds, and accessibility to tons of local attractions. From the biggest RV to the smallest tent we have a place for you. No camper? Rent one of our four Vintage Campers. While you are here you can relax in our Hammock Hangout, let your dogs run free in our enormous Dog Park, and the kids will love our Pirate Ship Playground.
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Boating
We have a fleet of pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, and SUP’s that you can rent to explore Summersville Lake. Our large Pontoon boats hold up to 10 persons and your dogs! Our take a kayak for the day and explore the lake cliffs.
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Lighthouse
We have one of the coolest attractions right on site– the only working lighthouse in West Virginia. Climb to the top and see the views for miles.
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Join us for Bridge Day
Join us for the festival on the Bridge
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Cabins

We have 5 deluxe cabins in the woods that are great for getaways, families reunions, weddings, or just a visit to the area when you don’t want to bring anything. Fully equipped, clean, and ready for your adventure. Or, if you have ever thought of living in a tiny home or are a new or seasoned "glamping" enthusiast you will want to check out one of tiny cabins. Choose from the Farmhouse, the Barn, Earth, Air, Fire, or Water. These are not your typical campground cabins - they have comfy beds, great indoor/outdoor space, and are perfect for couples or small families.

campsites overlooking lake

Camping

The things that make us unique are the incredible views and scenery, spacious sites and beautiful grounds, and accessibility to tons of local attractions. From the biggest RV to the smallest tent we have a place for you. No camper? No problem! You can rent one of our Tiny Vintage Campers. All that's left is to relax in our Hammock Hangout, let your dogs run free in our enormous Dog Park, and let the kids climb aboard our Pirate Ship Playground.

Boating

We have a fleet of pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, and Stand Up Paddle Boards along with all the gear you need to explore Summersville Lake. Our deluxe Pontoon boats hold up to 10 persons and 2 dogs so you can take your family and then some. Bimini tops, bluetooth radios, fish and depth finders, and knowledgeable guides to point you in the right direction.

Tour the Lighthouse

The Summersville Lake Lighthouse is one of the coolest attractions – the only working lighthouse in West Virginia. Thousands of people climb to the top every year and enjoy the view for miles. Will you be next? Take a tour and you will hear her unique story and other interesting facts about the lake and the area.

Where Incredible Scenery & Warm Hospitality Meet

Summersville Lake Retreat & Lighthouse offers fully equipped West Virginia cabins, spacious camping from primitive to full service RV sites, a variety of clean, well-kept watercraft to rent, and fantastic tours to the top of the Summersville Lake Lighthouse that overlook the cliffs of West Virginia’s largest lake and the Gauley River National Recreation Area. 

Trademark Hospitality

Best of West Virginia 2021, 2022 and 2023

We were voted Best Campground in West Virginia and one of the best vacation rentals too. You can now plan your vacation to the area and book your stay online.

Discover West Virginia With Us!

Summersville Lake Retreat is a great jumping off point to discover wild, wonderful, West Virginia, the biggest outdoor playground on the East Coast.   We have the newest National Park at the New River Gorge and four fantastic State parks all with 30 minutes of our front door.   Within minutes we have wineries & distilleries, great places to eat, driving tours, fantastic motorcycle roads, hiking, biking, swimming, whitewater rafting, biplane rides and bridge walks.   Whatever your pleasure we have it in Southern West Virginia and then some! Come stay with us and we can help point you to your next adventure!

TRADEMARK HOSPITALITY
It's more to us than just a slogan

When you are here as our guest, you can take comfort knowing that we live and play here too, and take pride in our local knowledge of the region. Whether it’s the latest information on one of the many State Parks that are literally at our doorstop or bet on the best fishing hole or climbing spot just down the trail from us, you’ll feel as though you’ve found an old friend to guide you around during your stay.