Yes, you read that title correctly. West Virginia has a real working lighthouse. This lighthouse sits on Summersville lake in Nicholas County, but it is not a historical structure like so many others that line America’s shores. This one was erected in 2013.

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Summersville Lake Retreat is located at 200 Summersville Lake Road in Mt. Nebo. For more information about the lighthouse and retreat, such as RV and cabin rates, visit the their website here.

Have you ever been to Summersville Lighthouse? Feel free to leave a comment below and tell us about your visit there.

To learn more about West Virginia, check out this lovely lake tucked away in the mountains.

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