Electric Only (30 Amp)
110 sites30 amp electric hookup. Gravel pad (up to 50ft RV). Picnic table, fire ring with grill. Water spigots in each loop.
$34/night
Battle Run Campground sits on the shore of Summersville Lake in Nicholas County, West Virginia. 117 campsites spread across wooded loops, with 110 offering 30-amp electric hookups and 7 primitive tent-only sites tucked away 150-200 feet from parking for a more secluded experience. What makes Battle Run special is the 1,000-foot swimming beach right at the campground. No lifeguards, but clean sand and clear mountain lake water for cooling off after a day on the trails. Three shower houses with hot water, laundry facilities, and a dump station keep the RV crowd comfortable. Summersville Lake is the largest lake in West Virginia - 2,790 acres of deep, clear water perfect for fishing, boating, swimming, and cliff jumping (at designated areas). The campground has its own boat ramp plus kayak launch. Reserve through Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance for peak season - this one fills up fast. IMPORTANT: Pets are strictly prohibited at Battle Run - no dogs, no exceptions. Plan accordingly.
Managed by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Huntington District)
Campsites (117 Total)
Tent-Only Walk-In
7 sitesPrimitive sites 150-200 feet walk from parking. No hookups. Picnic table, fire ring. More secluded camping experience.
$24/night
Maximum RV Length: 50 feet maximum
Amenities & Facilities
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Shower Houses
3 shower houses with hot showers and flush toilets throughout campground.
♿ ADA accessible facilities available
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Laundry
Coin-operated washers and dryers available at shower houses.
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Dump Station
RV dump station located at front of campground.
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Swimming Beach
1,000-foot public swimming beach. No lifeguards - swim at your own risk. Pets and alcohol prohibited at beach.
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Boat Ramp
Concrete boat ramp with direct Summersville Lake access.
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Kayak Launch
Dedicated kayak and paddleboard launch ramp.
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Fishing Pier
Fishing pier available for shoreline anglers.
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Playground
Playground equipment for children.
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Sports Courts
Basketball and volleyball courts.
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Nature Trails
Hiking trails accessible from campground.
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Firewood Sales
Firewood available for purchase at campground. Do not bring firewood from outside area (Emerald Ash Borer prevention).
Cell Service: Limited cellular coverage. AT&T and Verizon have moderate signal in some areas. Download offline maps before arrival.
Operating Season
Peak Season
Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day
Reservations via Recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance
Off-Peak (Spring)
May 1 - Memorial Day
First-come, first-served
Off-Peak (Fall)
Labor Day - Columbus Day
First-come, first-served
Winter Closure
Columbus Day - April 30
CLOSED
⚠ Important Rules
Pets
STRICTLY PROHIBITED. No pets or livestock allowed at Battle Run Campground. This is different from most USACE campgrounds - plan accordingly.
Reservations
Peak season (Memorial Day - Labor Day): Reserve through Recreation.gov or 1-877-444-6777 up to 6 months in advance. Off-peak: First-come, first-served.
Check-In / Check-Out
Peak season office hours: 7:00 AM - Midnight. Off-peak: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Check-out by noon.
Stay Limit
Maximum 14 consecutive nights. No more than 14 days in any 30-day consecutive period.
Firearms
Strictly prohibited on federal property. Leave hunting rifles at home.
Things to Do Nearby
Summersville Lake
On-siteWest Virginia's largest lake - 2,790 acres of deep, clear water. Fishing for bass, walleye, catfish, and crappie. Swimming, boating, water skiing, cliff jumping at designated areas.
View GuideSalmon Run Recreation Area
6-7 milesDay-use area with 2-lane boat ramp, kayak launch, swimming area, and fishing pier. Open year-round. Gateway to Gauley River Gorge.
Long Point Recreation Area
Approximately 5 miles8 primitive campsites (year-round), boat ramp, scenic overlook, and the 4-mile Long Point Trail loop.
Summersville Lake WMA
Adjacent (6,000+ acres)Public hunting land leased from USACE. Deer, turkey, squirrel, grouse. WV hunting license required. Managed by WV DNR.
View GuideNew River Gorge National Park
Approximately 20 milesAmerica's newest national park. World-class rock climbing, whitewater rafting, hiking, and scenic beauty.
Gauley River
Accessible via Salmon RunClass IV-V whitewater during fall Gauley Season (September-October). Guided trips required for most sections.
Rock Climbing
Pirates Cove area (by water or trail)Summersville Lake offers some of WV's best deep-water soloing. Traditional climbing at New River Gorge nearby.
Campground Policies
Quiet Hours
10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Respect your neighbors.
Occupancy
Maximum 8 people per site. Maximum 3 vehicles per site.
RV Length
Maximum 50 feet. Sites accommodate various RV sizes - check Recreation.gov for site-specific details.
Campfires
Permitted in fire rings only. Do not bring firewood from home - purchase locally to prevent spread of invasive species.
Alcohol
Permitted at campsites. Prohibited at swimming beach.
Swimming
Swim at your own risk. No lifeguards on duty. Cliff diving prohibited since 2007.
Directions
From Summersville on US-19: Take WV-129 West (Summersville Lake Road) for approximately 3 miles. Campground entrance on right. Follow signs to Battle Run Campground.
GPS Coordinates: 38.21912, -80.89541
Contact Information
Summersville Lake Marina
What to Bring
- Campsite reservation confirmation
- RV hookup adapter (30A only) (optional)
- Leveling blocks for RV (optional)
- Cash for firewood purchase
- Fishing rod and WV fishing license (optional)
- Boat and life jackets (optional)
- Kayak or paddleboard (optional)
- Swimsuit and towels
- Cooler with ice
- Quarters for laundry (optional)
- Bug spray and sunscreen
- Rain gear
- Camera for lake views (optional)
Questions About Camping?
Stop by the shop before you head out. We can help you plan your trip, get licenses, and load up on supplies.