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Summit Lake Campground
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USDA Forest Service33Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
33Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground
Overview
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. Although the campground closes in winter, the lake is accessible year-round. Summit Lake was constructed in 956 as a reservoir for the town of Richwood, WV. It is fed by the two forks of Coats Run, a tributary of the North Fork of the Cherry River. The area has a rich history dating back to Native Americans, the lumber boom of the early 1900s and its current era of land preservation and use.
Recreation
Fishing for stocked trout is the most popular activity at Summit Lake in addtion to canoeing and kayaking. When conditions allow, hardy anglers ice fish the lake. A 1.8 mile trail around the lake offers shoreline access to the lake as well as wildlife viewing opportunities. The Cranberry Wilderness, the Cranberry Glades, Falls of Hills Creek, and the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center are all within a short drive or day bike ride.
Facilities
Summit lake campground is comprised of two loops. The first loop has sites 1-9 and a spring fed water faucet water source, trash cage, and double vault toilets. The second loop has sites 10 -33, has a hand pump for water, two double vault toilets, trash cage, and both loops offer easy access to the Summit Lake loop trail. At each campsite you will find paved spur, picnic tables, lantern post, and fire ring. Cell phone coverage is very spotty but may at times be obtained in the middle of the upper camping loop. Please Plan Ahead.
Natural Features
Summit Lake is a 43-acre cold water lake and is only a short hike or drive away from the campground. The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources stocks the lake with trout in the spring and fall. There is also a naturally reproducing poplulation of largemouth bass and panfish. Near the lake you may see a bald eagle come in for some fishing or a black bear making his way along the outer edge of the lake. At 3,392 you will find Aspen trees and a variety of birds.
Nearby Attractions
Richwood is just a short 10-mile drive from the Campground. There you will find locally owned, full of unique personality dining at local restaurants. Richwood also currently offers a dollar general with grocery market.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 33 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
33
Vehicle limit
33
Vehicle length
0
Driveway entry
33
Shade
33
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
33
Operator directions
Directions: From Richwood, WV Tavel East on State Route 39/55 Approximately 8 miles to Summit Lake Road/WV39/5, then 2.2 miles to Summit Lake Campground.
From Marlinton Travel South on US-219 S Approximately 8.3 Miles to Mill Point. Turn Right Onto WV-39 W/WV-55 W. Approximately 21 Miles Turn Right on to Summit Lake Road/ WV39/5. Approximately 2.2 Miles turn left into Summit Lake Campground.
From Lewisburg Travel North on US-219 N Approximately 33 miles to Mill Point. Turn left onto WV-39 W/WV-55W. Approximately 21 Miles Turn Right On to Summit Lake Road WV39/5. Approximately 2.2 miles turn left In to Summit Lake Campground.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
33 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 33 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 1 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 10 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 49 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 11 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 80 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 12 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 68 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 13 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 14 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 15 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 87 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 16 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 89 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 17 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 59 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 18 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 90 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 19 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 89 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 2 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 65 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 20 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 62 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 21 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 62 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 22 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 81 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 23 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 58 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 24 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 87 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 25 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 59 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 26 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 86 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 27 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 61 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 28 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 62 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 29 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 87 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 3 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 30 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 58 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 31 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 88 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 32 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 62 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 33 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 89 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 4 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 5 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 6 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 53 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 7 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 61 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 8 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 9 Summit Lake Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Not reportedNumeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 54 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |