Summit Lake Campground
Monongahela National Forest — lakeside
Location: Richwood, WV, WV
Price: From $15 per night
Price range: $15–$50 per night
Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)
Season: Year-round
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.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets
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Semi-primitive wooded campground with paved access roads adjacent to a 43-acre cold water fishing lake. Google reviewers praise it as a secluded, relaxing spot with clean water and well-maintained facilities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, and Eastern Garter Snake present in area
Insider tips for Summit Lake Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Some sites are close to the lake with dock and boat landing access Visit during weekday for quieter experience
Skip Summit Lake Campground if: You need electrical, water, or sewer hookups. You plan to camp November-March as campground has seasonal operations and closes in winter.
Best time to visit Summit Lake Campground: Monday-Friday during warm months — Google reviewers note campground is not too busy on weekdays.
Nearby campgrounds: Cranberry River Campsites (Marlinton, WV), Cranberry Campground (Richwood , WV), Red Oak Fire Lookout (Richwood, WV), Cranberry Mountain Nature Center Group Picnic Shelter (Richwood, WV).
Cell Phone Coverage at Summit Lake Campground
Cell signal at Summit Lake Campground (Richwood, WV): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a federal campground with limited availability
Some sites are close to the lake with dock and boat landing access
Visit during weekday for quieter experience
Google reviewers note campground is not too busy on weekdays
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
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-5
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Monongahela National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Monongahela National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
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