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    Bolar Mountain Recreation Area - Empty beach with sand

    Bolar Mountain Recreation Area

    3.3(3 reviews)
    60.4 mi

    This is a gorgeous park for camping. The view is stunning, there are many lake front sites if you…read morereserve long enough in advance as we did. We discovered it last year by chance taking up a canceled spot with friends on Labor day, and returned this year the week before Memorial day. There is a significant difference between the place when in full capacity - obviously noise, crowd, and jet ski traffic on the lake. Also seems to be in transition from privately operated to state owned - when we visited this year none of the Marina services were operating which forces you to drive back to the nearest WV store for necessities such as ice etc. The facilities (shower, restrooms) were relatively clean (if you don't mind the crawlers, occasional mouse running across) but this was mainly for a lightly occupied camp, as mentioned above and indeed during the labor day weekend they were in much worst condition. So if you are geared for self sufficiency and pick an off time this is one of the most beautiful sites in VA, with an unbeatable cost/benefit ratio for a tranquil and relaxing vacation.

    A great outdoor area for the camping novice…read more Bolar Recreation area is right next to Lake Moomaw and a few hiking areas. There are about five camp grounds here with each one allowing enough space for ten camping sites. There are camp sites both on and off the water and each site has a fire pit/cooking area. The exterior sites on the water are amazing! You have an incredible view, your own beach area and a lot of privacy. The interior sites are larger close to the bathroom/showers, but don't offer much of a view or privacy, but like I said, they are very spacious. This could have been a five-star review, but the person who runs this camp area was super rude to us one of the nights. Sooo, you're supposed to turn off your generator by 10pm, but ours was still going by 10:30pm and she let us have it! This was our first offense and we didn't know about the curfew. Take it easy Zelda! I would definitely be into another camping trip here possibly in the fall. I think I like camping now?!

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    Bolar Mountain Recreation Area - Tent with a view

    Tent with a view

    Bolar Mountain Recreation Area - Enchanting views of the lake at different times and weather changes

    Enchanting views of the lake at different times and weather changes

    Bolar Mountain Recreation Area - Good size campsites,.with and without hookups

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    Good size campsites,.with and without hookups

    Summersville Lake Retreat & Lighthouse

    Summersville Lake Retreat & Lighthouse

    3.9(35 reviews)
    33.1 mi

    I was really looking forward to stopping here, especially to see the lighthouse, but visiting in…read morethe off season definitely took away from the experience. This area is known for the lake and for boating and outdoor recreation, so I understand that coming during a colder time probably put a slight damper on everything that should be taken with a grain of salt if you're reading this review. When we arrived there was no one in the office. It felt closed off and unattended. I wasn't able to go up into the lighthouse at all, which was super disappointing because for me it was the main draw. From the outside, the lighthouse was lovely to look at but I was really really hoping to be able to climb to the top. The rest of the grounds looked fine and this is definitely a place designed for overnight stays. I would definitely return but during the right season and when I am able to explore the lighthouse!

    We absolutely loved our time at Summersville Lake Retreat & Campground. The staff is very friendly…read moreand helpful. The location is only 20-25 minutes from the New River Gorge area which makes visiting the bridge or downtown Fayetteville a breeze. The gift shop has a large selection of items just in case you forgot something or need a souvenir. There is a large community firepit and pavilion with Adirondack chairs. Each full hookup site also has it's own firepit with chairs. The property is well maintained. Make sure you take a walk to the hammock area...this was the kids favorite part! We already booked a trip back for next year and cannot wait to spend more time in WV.

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    Summersville Lake Retreat & Lighthouse - Cabin 2 & 3 for our Family Reunion.  Beautiful campground & loved the hammocks area

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    Cabin 2 & 3 for our Family Reunion. Beautiful campground & loved the hammocks area

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