Anglers and hikers find multiple recreation opportunities at Summit Lake Campground, a US Forest Service facility operating from April through November in the Monongahela National Forest. The campground accommodates RVs up to 94 feet and offers drive-in, walk-in, and hike-in access at $10 per night.
The facility provides vault toilets, drinking water, and trash service across spacious sites that reviewers consistently describe as well-maintained and clean. Walking trails connect campers to Summit Lake, where fishing opportunities abound alongside river access points. Camp With Me notes the campground "wasn't busy" during their visit, with "well maintained" sites. Upper elevation sites receive faint AT&T cell service, though coverage varies throughout the campground.
Road conditions require attention, particularly for larger rigs navigating soft shoulders during backing maneuvers. The campground experiences higher activity during holidays and peak summer periods, when generator use and pet noise can increase. Waterfalls and bike trails provide additional recreation beyond the primary lake and river fishing access.
Summit Lake Campground works well for campers seeking forest service camping with lake access and moderate amenities, though those requiring strong cell coverage or guaranteed solitude during peak periods should plan accordingly.
Description
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.
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Location
Public CampgroundSummit Lake Campground is located in West Virginia
Directions
From Richwood, WV, take US Rt. 39/55 for 6.3 miles to the Summit Lake campground sign. Turn left onto County Rt. 39/5 and go 2.2 miles to campground.
Coordinates
38.24900054 N
80.4450004 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/2/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/2/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets












