This Swimming Spot Has The Clearest, Most Pristine Water In West Virginia
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Rachel Whetstone
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Summersville Lake has long been known as the clearest lake in West Virginia, and some say East of the Mississippi! Summersville Lake was unfortunately struck by the flooding in June of 2016, but there’s good news: the lake opened for swimming again on July 30th. Here is a link to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers update about the lake, with a phone number where you can hear the current status.
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Summersville Lake Marina, Inc. supplies boat rentals and necessities for boat owners.
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It's been reopened for swimming as of July 30th.
Sarge's Dive Shop has diving equipment and offers lessons.
There will be tours, children's activities, fishing tournaments, a boat parade, music, and a visit from the
Chippewa Lake Ski Show Team. The celebration takes place August 19-21.
Summersville Lake has an interesting history. There are remnants of a town under its waters. You can learn more about that here.
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