Stay -n- Play under the shadow of West Virginia's Only Working Lighthouse.... Summersville Lake Retreat!

Discover one of the most unique vacation destinations in Southern West Virginia!

Deluxe Cabins and Pull-thru RV Sites overlooking Summersville Lake and the Lighthouse, complete with WIFI and all of the amenities....

....to scenic tent sites out on the North Point, where the only traffic your likely to hear may be a boat making its way through the lake in the distance.  Explore our spacious grounds for the perfect cabin or campsite to suit your camping style.

Relax in the hot tub or in front of the fireplace of your Cabin out on the West Ridge, handcrafted of native hemlock and thoughtfully furnished with everything from linens to culinary items. Browse through a selection of books, games and vintage toys sure to entertain guests of all ages.... it's all there!

Eco-Friendly Paddle Boat Rentals include solo and tandem kayaks and canoes. New for 2014, we are adding stand up paddle boards, the perfect craft for searching among Summersville Lake's spectacular cliffside trails and sunset coves for that perfect spot to play. 

Watch Brad Rice's Traveling WV video from WCHS TV and Fox 11 for an insider's view about the Lighthouse.

Summersville Lake Lighthouse is Open for Tours 9am to 6 pm Daily - April thru October! 

Climb a ten story tall Lighthouse overlooking the Gauley River National Recreation Area and the cliffs of Summersville Lake.

Purchase your Token or Season Pass (entitles you to climb all season) in the new Summersville Lake Retreat Gift Shop.  The Gift Shop has a unique assortment of One of a Kind Handmade Lighthouse Jewelry, T-Shirts, Mugs, Lighthouse Prints, Wild Mountain Soap, Toys and more! 

Courtney Rosemond from WOAY TV did a segment on the Lighthouse. Click to view her One Tank Trip.

Raising of the Lighthouse on October 17, 2012

Where Incredible Scenery and Warm Hospitality Meet!