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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/summit-lake-campground to be notified when sites open up.

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.

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Richwood, WV, WV★ 5 (1 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need electrical, water, or sewer hookups✕ You plan to camp November-March as campground has seasonal operations and closes in winter

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

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

Best: Monday-Friday during warm months

Google reviewers note campground is not too busy on weekdays

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Timber Rattlesnake, and Eastern Garter Snake present in area

Location

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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

Campground entrance

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Community

#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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Summit Lake Campground cost per night?+
Summit Lake Campground costs $15–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Summit Lake Campground open?+
Summit Lake Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Summit Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Summit Lake Campground?+
Summit Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Summit Lake Campground?+
Summit Lake Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Summit Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Summit Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Summit Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Summit Lake Campground is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$15 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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