There’s a beautiful, crystal clear lake in the heart of West Virginia called Summersville Lake. Known as one of the most pristine lakes in the whole state, this gorgeous body of water will capture your heart this summer. Spend your time boating, swimming, or just gazing out over these lovely waters.

Summersville Lake is located in the city of Summersville, West Virginia.
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The entire lake is made up of 28,000 acres of water. There are almost 60 miles of gorgeous shoreline to explore.
The lake is actually a reservoir created by the Summersville Dam.
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At its deepest, the bottom of the lake is 327 feet deep. The water is clear and brilliant, and perfect for scuba diving.
This lake has earned its nickname, “Little Bahamas of the East” for being the clearest freshwater lake east of the Mississippi.
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In fact, locals have even sunk a boat to the bottom of the lake to create a fish habitat that’s fun to observe while scuba diving. Visibility is 20-45 feet, perfect for a good dive.

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There’s so much to see and do on this lake, and boating is one of the best way to explore its waters.
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Whether you choose a motored boat or a quieter kayak or canoe, you’ll love gliding through these clear waters. Stand-up paddling is also very popular and fun way to explore this beautiful area.
You’ll even find people rock climbing on the exposed hard stone.
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The rocks offer the perfect spot to climb, with routes ranging from intermediate to expert. And most of the routes are just feet from the shoreline, so you can swim in between climbs.
With plenty of miles of lake, you won’t feel too crowded when you spend your day on these waters.
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Grab a picnic, your bathing suit, and your adventure gear of choice. This is a spot you’ll want to spend the whole weekend at, so check out one of the nearby campgrounds like Battle Run or Mountain Lake Campground.
This is such a fun and magical lake that you’ll want to visit it again and again.
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Bring your loved ones out to experience the magic of Summersville Lake. It’s one trip that needs to be at the top of your summer to-do list.

Have you ever visited the crystal clear waters at Summersville Lake? What did you think? Did you go out on the water? Let us know in the comments below!

If you’re looking for more places to cool off this summer, read more about these 10 Gorgeous Lakes In West Virginia That You Must Check Out This Summer.

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