As Mayor of the City of Summersville, I would like to welcome you to our city. Summersville has a unique advantage of being a small city with big city opportunities. The excellent quality of life in Summersville is exemplified by our beautiful mountains, wonderful citizens, and the many recreational activities. Business and individuals looking for a home will find that Summersville has a skilled workforce, ready access to a major transportation route, and a community with a proactive approach to economic development. Enjoy your visit and I hope you will agree with me that Summersville is one of the best communities in America. Mayor Robert Shafer The offices of the Summersville CVB are located in the Summersville Arena & Conference Center at: 3 Armory Way, Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-3722 or toll free: 866-716-0448 www.summersvillecvb.com info@summersvillecvb.com Acknowledgments
This project is made possible through the cooperative efforts of the Summersville CVB and the advertisers displayed herein. We encourage you to visit these advertisers while in our area. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos for our guide, especially to Jonathan Jones, Jason Hart, Jessica Simpkin, Linda Sproles, Virginia Kemmerling, Dee Dee Fillinger, Anne M. Johnson, Mark Allen, Frances Price, Lundy Bailey, Ashley Sparks, Kim Phillips and Adventures On The Gorge. Publishing by Stallard Studios Publishing, Wytheville, Virginia. 276-228-7092. stallardpublishing@gmail.com Printing by Chocklett Press, 2922 Nicholas Ave, NE, Roanoke, Virginia. 540-345-1820. tubbyk@chocklettpress.com
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Canan Valley National Wildlife Refuge
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Getting Here Holly River State Park
Monongahela National Forest Thorn Creek Wildlife Management Area
Big Ditch Wildlife Management Area
CHARLESTON
Natural Chimneys Park
SUMMERSVILLE
Kanawha State Forest
MT. NEBO Hawks Nest State Park
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George Washington National Forest Watoga State Park
Warm Springs Hot Springs
OAK HILL FRANKFORD The Summit Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve
LEWISBURG
BECKLEY
Greenbrier State Forest
COVINGTON
LEXINGTON Glen Maury Park
Moncove Lake State Park Pipestem Resort State Park
From I-79 South: I-79 South to US Route 19, South Exit 57 (Summersville). Follow US Route 19 South approximately 30 miles into Summersville. From I-77 South: I-64 East from Charleston. Take I-77 South, I-64 East to Beckley, WV. Take Exit 48 (North Beckley/ Summersville), US Route 19 North. Follow US Route 19 North approximately 45 miles into Summersville. From I-77 North: Take Exit 48 (North Beckley/ Summersville), US Route 19 North. Follow US Route 19 North approximately 45 miles into Summersville. From I-64 West: Take Exit 48, (North Beckley/ Summersville), US Route 19 North. Follow US Route 19 North approximately 45 miles into Summersville.
Table of Contents
Welcome………………………………………… 2 Table of Contents………………………………… 3 A Day in Every Direction…………………… 4-5 History of Summersville………………………… 6 National Register of Historic Places………… 7-8 Arts & Culture…………………………………… 9 Civil War History………………………… 10-11 Summersville Lake……………………… 12-15 Outdoor Adventure……………………… 16-18 Summersville Arena & Conference Center…… 19 Richwood……………………………………… 20 Explore Nicholas County…………………… 21 Hiking and Biking … … ………………………… 22 Accommodations………………………… 23-26 Dining… … ………………………………… 27-28 Nightlife………………………………………… 28 Fairs & Festivals……………………………… 29 Shopping………………………………… 30-33 Richwood Creations…………………………… 34 Local Places of Worship……………………… 35
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A DAY IN EVERY DIRECTION Day 1: Enjoy Summersville Lake!
Boating • Kayaking • Jet Skiing Rock Climbing • Fishing • • Scuba Diving Visit the Marina and Sarge’s Dive Shop for boat and kayak rentals and scuba gear. Talk to Mark or Eric about a private pontoon ride on the lake with a guide for groups. Enjoy dinner at one on the many restaurants, priced to fit any budget.
Day 2:
Get your hiking shoes on and walk one of the many hiking trails in Nicholas County. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy Jones Hole at the Muddlety Trail. Maybe you would prefer to bike… there are many trails with scenes of beautiful waterfalls, wildlife and foliage.
Head over to Long Point Grill for a delicious lunch.
After lunch, climb the 122 steps to the top of the Summersville Lake Retreat Lighthouse for a breathtaking view of beautiful Summersville Lake. Then, enjoy the rest of the afternoon at Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park, the site of one of the historic Civil War Battles. Save time to visit the Henry Patterson Museum on the property. Enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants.
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Day 3: Bring the golf clubs and hit the greens at the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park Golf Course or Cherry Hills Country Club. Maybe you would rather enjoy a quick game of miniature golf at Mountain Lake Campground and then change into your swim gear for an afternoon at the pool at the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park or the manmade beach at Summersville Lake. Before heading back to your campsite, cabin or hotel, stop by Fat Eddie’s for the best ice cream in this part of the state. Enjoy dinner at Cafe Acropolis… authentic Greek food prepared by the owner. Visit Kirkwood Winery for a tour and wine tasting. Be sure to take home your favorite wine or other West Virginia made products. Enjoy a fabulous lunch at Maloney’s Sports Pub & Grill in downtown Summersville. Spend the afternoon browsing the many antique and primitive shops. Save time for a stop at the Quilt Shop and Hardman’s Hardware in downtown Summersville. Another great dinner at one of our restaurants.
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Day 4: Kirkwood Winery Summersville Dam
New River Gorge Bridge
Enjoy driving around the area and stopping at the many overlooks for breathtaking views of Summersville Lake, such as the Longpointe Overlook. Be sure to include Summersville Dam in your day planning and visit Walnut Grove Antiques in Mount Lookout---the building came from Gad, WV, the town that was flooded to develop Summersville Dam. If you want to branch out, take the short drive south to see the New River Gorge Bridge. Enjoy Bridgewalk or if you want something more adventurous, enjoy zip lining or book a white water rafting trip. 304-872-3722 5
History of Summersville Written by former Mayor Stanley Adkins
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n Act of Legislation, dated June 20, 1820, gave life to Summersville, Virginia and also provided that the County seat of Nicholas County, formed in 1818, be moved from Hutchinson’s on Muddelty to a square tree on Peters Creek Road, above Galoway improvement. That tree, which had earlier been hewed with an ax, turned out to be located in the center of the Quilt Shoppe in present day Summersville. The name Summersville was controversial as well. A Virginia legislator by the name of Burton claimed the County seat should be named for him because of his work establishing the town but found the honor had already been promised to Judge Lewis Summers who had lobbied hard for the formation of Nicholas County in 1818, and had also introduced the bill into the Virginia Assembly to form the new county. Even the boundaries of the town were controversial. According to historian W.G. Brown, “The boundaries of the new county seat, and fixed by the new county court, included an irregular area as it was laid off to exclude certain citizens who were opposed to the incorporation and only including the main business places and the citizens sponsoring the measure.”
John Hamilton was both a soldier and a well connected speculator and he was instrumental in the formation of Nicholas County. Unfortunately he passed away in September 1818, a short month after the county’s formation. Many still consider John Hamilton to be the father of Summersville. From its early formation, Summersville was a sleepy farming community, and by 1860 was home to less than 100 residents. For Summersville, the Civil War changed everything. During the winter of 1864-65, both Union and Confederate armies were encamped in Summersville or nearby. It was during that winter that the town and all its buildings were burned to the ground. Although the war ended soon after, the destruction of the town was discouraging, and citizens were very slow to return and rebuild. By 1884, Summersville was again home to over 100 citizens, and slowly became the commerce center of the county. Agriculture continued to be the major commerce of the area until the late 1930s when large coal operations began to spring up in various locations near Summersville.
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National Register of Historic Places
Hamilton House
Brock House The Brock House, which was previously known as the Brock Hotel, was built in 1890 and is a large 2 1/2 story frame dwelling with a Queen Anne style and featuring broad, shady porches and high pitched twin gables in a vernacular. It measures approximately 48 feet wide and 40 feet deep.
This historic home was built by Martin Hamilton in 1893 and is located one mile down Rt. 39 West. Martin Hamilton came to the area as a child soon after the Civil War. He and his wife, Hanna Remley Hamilton reared a family of six children in the home, which was occupied until 1984. It is a simple one-story frame dwelling with clapboard siding and a corrugated metal roof. An eight foot addition was built in 1936. It was donated to the Nicholas County Historical & Genealogical Society in 1985 and is used as a museum and genealogical library. The museum is open Wednesday-Saturday from 2pm-4pm June-September.
Lockwood Historic District
This area is located on WV Rt. 39 and is significant to the early settlement of Nicholas County by Henry Morris , the first settler on Peter’s Creek. It is also the site of the Morris Massacre, where two of Henry’s daughters, Betsy and Peggy, were attacked by Indians near their home as they walked through the clearing to bring the cows for milking.
Flavius H. Brown House Located on the “Brown Oaks” property, the circa 1923 house is an outstanding example of Colonial Revival Architecture of the early 20th century. Built by one of only two doctors in Nicholas County at the time, the house was well-suited for a prominent doctor and his family. The adaptive reuse of this historic house and property, under the ownership and care of the City of Summersville, has created a jewel in the heart of town that is used for a variety of community events and can be rented for private or business events. Contact: Lois Lawson (304) 872-9248 for additional information.
Old Main
The former Nicholas County High School, this two-story Renaissance-style building was constructed in 1913 and graduated the first class in 1915. The school was eventually replaced by the current Nicholas County High School, located on the northern part of Summersville. Today, Old Main serves as a museum with memorabilia from the 1900’s. The auditorium also serves as the location of several local theater plays throughout the year.
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One Room School House Step back in time to the old school days in Nicholas County when there were no electric lights, running water, school buses or hot lunch programs. Experience how students Grades 1-8 worked and learned under one teacher. You will find typical furnishings of a one-room school and a tribute to more than 1,000 Nicholas County one-room teachers. Open Saturday 2pm-4pm June-Labor Day.
BROWN OAKS
The Flavius H. Brown House
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Rent this historic property for your next event or special occasion. The tastefully decorated historic home can accommodate a variety of functions and is the perfect place to host a party and impress your guests. One Old Wilderness Road, Summersville, West Virginia 26651
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Arts and Culture
Ivy & Stone Ivy & Stone is a volunteer organization in Summersville and is devoted to assisting in supporting a place for the literary, visual and performing arts in Nicholas County. Created to entertain, enhance and educate through the arts, Ivy & Stone has provided a venue in which local artists and visiting professionals may showcase their talents. This organization has reached an audience of nearly 100,000 with Bluegrass, Jazz, Country, Folk, Orchestra and Gospel Music, Tap, Ballet and Modern Dance and Drama, Comedy, Tragedy Theatre as well as Puppet and Mime. Ivy & Stone has the passion
to offer quality cultural events that can be experienced in Summersville.
LIBRARIES:
Summersville Public Library 6201 Webster Road, Summersville, 304-872-0844 summersvillepubliclibrary.com Monday-Thursday 9am-8pm, Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
Craigsville Public Library 63 Library Lane, Craigsville, 304-742-3532 Craigsville.lib.wv.us Monday-Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 9am-3pm
Ivy & Stone not only delivers public performances, but also school programs. Children at the elementary, junior high and high school levels in the community have enjoyed and learned about the arts and have been exposed to “live� performers. For the 2015 schedule of events, please visit www.ivyandstone.org or call 304-872-4228
Richwood Pubic Library 8 White Avenue, Richwood, 304-846-6222 richwood.lib.wv.us Monday 10am-7pm, Tuesday 10am-5pm, Wednesday Closed, Thursday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 9am-1pm
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Civil War History
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estled on the rim of the Gauley River Canyon near Summersville, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park is an important Civil War battle site. On September 10, 1861 Union troops led by Brigadier General William S. Rosecrans engaged the Confederates and forced them to evacuate an entrenched position on the Henry Patterson Farm which overlooked Carnifex Ferry. The Confederate commander, Brigadier General John B. Floyd, retreated across the ferry to the south side of the Gauley River and on eastward to Meadow Bluff near Lewisburg. This Civil War battle represented the failure of a Confederate drive to regain control of the Kanawha Valley. As a result, the movement for West Virginia statehood proceeded without serious threat from the Confederates.
The legend continues with the story of how Ms. Hart gained the trust of a guard and was able to grab his pistol, shooting him and escaping back to the Confederate line. She then led the Confederates into Summersville, burning many houses and buildings in the town. The Confederates took several prisoners, including Colonel Starr. At the end of the war, Ms. Hart married Joshua Douglas and they later made their home in Richwood. There is a marker on the court house lawn in Summersville commemorating the capture and escape of Nancy Hart.
During the Civil War, both Confederate and Union armies were camping near Summersville. Legend tells us that a young woman, Nancy Hart, joined the Moccasin Rangers, a Confederate guerrilla unit. She was an expert with rifles and served the Confederates well. Soon, a reward was offered for her capture and Lt. Colonel Starr, a leader in the Union forces, captured her and housed her in a makeshift jail in Summersville.
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The Battle of Kessler’s Cross Lanes, also known as
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the Battle of Cross Lanes, took place on August 26, 1861 when Brig. Gen. John B. Floyd commander of the Confederate forces in the Kanawha Valley crossed the Gauley River and surprised Union Col. Erastus Tyler’s 7th Ohio Regiment 19 encamped at Kessler’s Cross Lanes. Brig. General Floyd withdrew and set up defense at Carnifex Ferry.
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Nancy Hart, a Confederate spy. led the Confederates to Summersville burning many houses and buildings. After the war, she settled in Richwood.
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Summersville is the gateway to the New River Gorge Region, which includes the world-known New River Gorge Bridge, located just 20 minutes south of Summersville. Every year in October, visitors come from all over the world to participate in Bridge Day, where the bridge serves as a launch point for safe, legal BASE jumps. Make your reservations for accommodations in Summersville for the Lewisburg 64 October 17, 2015 Bridge Day.
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Summersville Lake Summersville Lake is the largest clear water lake in West Virginia. With 60 miles of shoreline and relatively warm temperatures and superior water quality, water activities abound! A long weekend getaway rejuvenates and inspires and will create indelible family memories. Come on over… it’s almost heaven! Boating A full-service marina offers launch ramps and boat rentals. Enjoy a relaxing day out on the lake on pontoons, canoes, or flatwater kayaks. If you’re new to kayaking, Summersville Lake is the perfect place to learn. Flat-water kayaks are easy to maneuver and even have room to stow your picnic for a mid-lake feast. Or, for adrenaline-pumping thrills, zip around the lake in a two-person waverunner! For boat rental information, visit summersvillelakemarina.com or call 304-872-1331. Summersville Lake boasts almost 2800 acres of water---it is an outdoor smorgasbord of water activities. Fishing Speaking of excitement, the fish are jumping! Rent a jon boat and try your luck for dinner tonight! Hook large- and smallmouth bass, walleye, panfish, catfish, and trout, stocked in the spring and fall. Fishing guides are available for expert tips. The West Virginia Bass Federation hosts fishing tournaments in late summer and fall. For more information visit www.wvdnr.gov/ fishing/weekly_fishreport.shtm or visit www. summersvillelakewv.com. Scuba Diving Summersville Lake has been called “The Little Bahamas of the East” by Skin Diver Magazine. The Lake has an average summertime visibility of 20 to 45 feet. Whether you’re a scuba novice or an experienced diver, you’ll marvel at the thriving aquatic life darting among the underwater formations sculpted from sheer sandstone cliffs. You will also want to search for the boat at the bottom of the lake. Diving instruction is available at the lakefront scuba shop. For more information, visit www.sarges.net or call 304-872-1782.
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Long Point is the highest cliff on Summersville Lake, jutting out of the water to almost 100 feet. Rock-Climbing The Summersville Lake has become internationally famous over the past few years for the enormous number of vertical cliffs available to rock climb or rappel. With over 2,800 acres of water and 60 miles of shoreline, much of its shore is lined with towering rock cliffs and boulders, which offer breathtaking scenery and some of the most accessible, and yet challenging, rock climbing and rappelling in the United States. The rock at Summersville Lake is composed of Nuttall Sandstone. The sandstone cliffs range from 30-80 feet in height, and the walls range from slightly overhanging to extremely overhanging. The cliffs offer enjoyable face climbs and overhanging routes with horizontal edges, pockets, and jugs. With over 100 different climbs, climbing and bouldering are popular among visitors. Satisfaction Area, Rats Hole, Jeff’s Bunny Hop, That Eight, and Hippie Dreams are some favorite spots among climbers. For those who boulder, in the fall and spring water levels recede
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There is a sunken boat at the bottom of Summersville Lake… a great find for scuba divers! .
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Lighthouse! A 104 foot tall lighthouse has been erected in a very unlikely place‌ on the cliffs overlooking Summersville Lake.
Summersville Lake Retreat Lighthouse This unique lighthouse overlooks beautiful Summersville Lake. The lighthouse is made from 72,000 pounds of structural steel from a recycled wind tower and stands over 100 feet tall. The Summersville Lake Lighthouse was erected overlooking Summersville Lake in Mount Nebo, West Virginia on October 17, 2012. Standing 104 feet tall with a top elevation of 2,164 feet above sea level, the 77,000 lb. structure was a cylindrical tower constructed entirely of 1/2 inch thick steel. With a base diameter of 12 feet receding to 8 feet at the top, visitors can climb 122 steps to reach a 360 degree gallery deck offering unparallel views of Summersville Lake and the Gauley River National Recreation Area. OPEN Daily - April thru October; By Appointment - November thru March REMEMBER: All Lighthouse Tours are weather permitting and are subject to change without notice. Summersville Lake Lighthouse tokens are available at the Gift Shop. 9am - 6pm. Admissions: $7 adults and children 12 years and older, $5 Children ages 3-11 years and seniors 65+, $20 Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) We welcome groups and tour buses and offer special group rates. Special night and full moon climbing tours as well as wedding packages. Call 304-872-5975, 888-872-5580 or visit www.summersvillelakeretreat.com 14 www.summersvillecvb.com
MARINA
Summersville Lake is known as the “Little Bahamas of the East”, the cleanest, clearest freshwater lake east of the Mississippi with 20 to 45 feet visibility… perfect for scuba diving! Summersville Lake Marina Summersville Lake Marina offers seasonal dock slips, overnight slips, pontoon boat rentals, jon boat rentals, fuel, ice, food, and sales. 1706 Airport Road Summersville (304)-872-1331. www.summersvillelakemarina. com. Open mid-April through mid-September 7am-11pm 7 days a week.
As you pass along Powell Mountain on Rt. 19, try and catch a glimpse of Clifford, the Powell Mountain Goat.
Sarge’s Dive Shop Sarge’s Dive Shop offers West Virginia’s premiere scuba diving in Summersville Lake; the cleanest, clearest freshwater lake east of the Mississippi River. Sarge’s Dive Shop also provides NAUI & SDI scuba certification classes and lessons, ERDI Public Safety Diving, ERDI full face mask, & drysuit courses, scuba, swimming & snorkeling charters, kayak & paddle board rentals and lake tours. Our diving season runs from mid-May through mid-September. 2014 marks our 38th year of providing the public, law enforcement and first responders with excellent scuba diving training and equipment sales and service. We also provides LET credits for law enforcement with our classes. Sarge’s Dive Shop is located at Summersville Lake Marina on Summersville Lake. It literally floats on the lake. You can drive up to Sarge’s in your car or in your boat! 1706 Airport Road Summersville (304)-872-1782. www.sarges.net Store hours mid-May through mid-September 9am-6pm 7 days a week.
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Outdoor Adventure Technically, Summersville Dam was to be named Gad Dam, but the residents were averse to this name and opted to name it after the nearby town of Summersville.
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The Gauley River Good Gauley, Miss Molly! Rafting just doesn’t get any better. It’s not about mastery (no one really masters this river) as much as communion with an incredible force. It is a combination of adventure, camaraderie and scenery that leaves rafters in a state of sheer euphoria at the end of the day – and planning their next ride on the “Beast of the East.” The Mountain State’s pride and joy ranks seventh among the world’s raftable rivers and second only in the United States to the Colorado River. Prepared by West Virginia Professional River Outfitters Association.
The Gauley River National Recreation Area protects 25 miles of the Gauley River and six miles of the Meadow River that pass through scenic gorges and valleys. The area boasts abundant wildlife, with many oak, beech, yellow poplar, hemlock and dogwood. Also in the area are rare plants such as the Virginia Spiraea, Appalachian Blue Violet, and Balsam Squaw-weed as well as rare species of wildlfe, such as as the Eastern Hellbender, the Cerulean Warbler and the Allegheny Woodrat.
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Golf – Try your luck at the Nicholas Memorial Golf Course (304-872-9850), a nine-hole course located north of Summersville on Rt. 19 near the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park or play nine holes of golf in the scenic mountains of Richwood at Cherry Hill Country Club (304-846-9876).
Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park – The Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park began as a local farm and was donated to the county in the 1940’s. The Red Barn is original to the park and contains a small amphitheater. There are several picnic shelters, ball fields, a swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, lodging cabins, banquet room, playground, walking trail and a skateboard park. The park is also the home to the Nicholas County 4-H camp. Visit www.ncvmp.org or call 304-872-3552.
Salmon Run Trail is a 4.7 mile moderate trail and perfect for hiking and mountain biking. Long Point Trail is a 4.0 mile easy hike through the woods ending with a spectacular view of Summersville Lake.
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Summersville Arena & Conference Center 3 Armory Way, Summersville 304-872-3722
The Summersville Arena & Conference Center is centrally located in West Virginia and is a short and pleasant drive from most major interstates, which makes for easy access from adjoining states. Built in 2005 by the WV Army National Guard with cooperation from the James H. Ferguson family, the City of Summersville, the Nicholas County Commission and numerous others, the Summersville Arena & Conference Center includes a 24,000 square foot arena and a 3,700 square foot conference facility. Capable of accommodating both large and small groups, the center is easily accessible from Rt. 19 directly behind Northside Development. The Arena is ideal for trade shows and can quickly be converted into a sporting arena with a portable hardwood basketball floor with 2,400 seating capacity and 2,800 seated for concert performances. The comfortable arena bleacher seating is individual seating with seats and backs. The arena can also be transformed into a beautiful ballroom for weddings, banquets, and other special events. The Conference Center is a multi-use stateof-the-art center perfect for meetings, trainings, receptions and more. The area is fully carpeted with 12-foot ceilings. It also has the capability to be partitioned into six separate smaller breakout rooms. On-site catering is provided by the award winning Celtic Cook and can meet the needs of any size or type of event. Surrounding the Summersville Arena & Conference Center are a multitude of amenities including hotels and restaurants for easy access. In your free time, enjoy the many wonderful local recreational opportunities including whitewater rafting, boating, hiking, biking, fishing, golfing, rock climbing and much more. We look forward to meeting you and making your event everything you dreamed it would be!
Meet. Stay. Play. • Centrally located in West Virginia with convenient interstate access • State-of-the-art multi-use facility 24,000-square-foot arena perfect for • trade shows, sporting events, conventions, concerts and large banquets • 3,700-square-foot conference center perfect for meetings, break-out sessions, weddings and banquets • The latest audio/visual and Internet technology • Delicious in-house catering by the award-winning “Celtic Cook” • Nearly 600 hotel rooms in close proximity • Recreation abounds on both land and water • Now specializing in customized wedding receptions
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Richwood In 1901, the town named Cherry Tree Bottoms became the city of Richwood. The town grew and became a thriving area for over 7,000 residents with growing businesses such as the Cherry River Boom and Lumber Company, a tannery, paper mill and the world’s largest clothespin factory. Years later, the Cherry River Boom and Lumbar Company became Collins Hardwood and the wood tradition continues with the two hardwood mills turning out over 21 million board feet of lumbar per year. Richwood has a unique location with the Cherry River running through it and the Monongahela National Forest in its backyard. It’s many rivers make for some of the best trout fishing in the United States. There are also many hiking trails and bike riding is fantastic on the Cranberry-Tri Rivers Rail Trail. Summit Lake is a must if you are looking for a great place to relax, camp or fish. Close to Richwood, located on the Cranberry River in the Monongahela National Forest, is Camp Splinter, a restored Girl Scout Camp founded in 1940. Over the years it has become a favorite spot of not only Scouts, but fishermen, families, and those who just want to get away from it all. To reach the Camp, you must cross a footbridge or ford a small stream, a favorite spot on a hot day. Don’t forget your fishing pole! Other spots of interest are the restored B & O Depot housing the Richwood Chamber and
Richwood Convention and Visitors Bureau on Edgewood Avenue, Nancy Hart’s (confederate spy) grave on Greenbrier Road and a stroll down Richwood’s Main Street to view the historic photos in the storefront windows.
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Welcome to Richwood, WV “The Ramp Capital of the World!” Richwood CVB and Chamber of Commerce
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Explore Nicholas County! Other Places of Interest: Nicholas Showplace - The Marquee Cinemas Nicholas Showplace is the perfect place to go on a rainy or winter snowy day and who doesn’t crave movie popcorn?? The theater is located at 300 Merchants Walk Plaza in Summersville. 304-872-2470. GeoCaching - the newest “treasure hunt” activity that according to www.geocaching.com has over 3 million active geocachers involved in the hunt. And yes, Nicholas County has “caches” to be found. Travel along Rt. 39 between Lexington, VA and Summersville, WV for a special treasure hunt. Visit www.scenic39.com for an opportunity to collect a coin.
Appalachian Waters Scenic Route 39 Byway – stretches across five counties in West Virginia and Virginia. The Byway offers many great stops along the way, including geocaching opportunities, museums, nature centers, recreational areas, and Civil War History. Complete the Route 39 Scenic ByWay GeoCache Challenge and receive a special geocache coin. Visit www.scenic39.com for more information about the ByWay and the GeoCache Challenge.
Summersville Dam - Construction of the dam began in February 1960, and work was completed in May of 1966. Western Construction of Sioux City, Iowa built the rock fill dam with a clay center for the Army Corps of Engineers at a Kirkwood Winery - Kirkwood Winery has cost of $48,075,800. The Army Corp desire was the distinction of being the first vineyard in this to build a dam that would reduce flood damage, region and is located in a rural valley three miles augment low water flow, provide recreation, north of Summersville. The vineyard consists of and enable fish and wildlife management. over six acres that produce 40 tons of grapes Traditionally, a dam is usually named after the annually. The old family oak press featured on closest town. In this case, however, the town the label has been used since trial production of Gad was closest and purposefully flooded began almost two decades ago. Harvests from for construction. Local residents were averse these fields now yield over 4,000 gallons of wine to naming the dam “Gad Dam,” and instead annually from which more than 30 different opted to name the dam after the nearby town of varieties of wines are produced. Summersville. On September 3, 1966, President The winery is also the home of the Isaiah Lyndon B. Johnson presided over the dedication Morgan Distillery. Today tourists can observe of the dam. The Corps of Engineers estimated the crafting of the Southern Moon, Rye and the prevention of flood damage has saved Grappa. Tours and tasting of the Vineyards, over $407,400,000. Reservoir releases are Winery and Distillery are available Mondaymaintained by a minimum release of 100 cubic Sunday. Visit www.kirkwood-wine.com or call feet per second and a maximum of 18,000 cubic 304-872-7332 or toll free 1-888-4WV-Wine feet per second along with a flood pool. The dam (1-888-498-9463) has a base thickness of 1,400 feet and a top elevation of 1,738 feet. The Home of West Virginia’s Finest Wines
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The Kirkwood Winery 1.888.498.9463 • kirkwood-wine.com Isaiah Morgan Distillery An Appalachian tradition turns legal.
Whippoorwill Cemetery Whippoorwill Cemetery is now the home to 48 gravesites of African-American workers who died from silicosis during the development of the Hawks Nest Tunnel. The graves were originally on the nearby White Farm and contained more than one body. Through the efforts of many people, the cemetery was reclaimed and improved and is now a Historic Site in Nicholas County.
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Hiking & Biking Trails Mountain Biking West Virginia has been rated as one of the top five mountain biking destinations in the United States by Mountain Biking magazine. You can explore the banks of Summersville Lake on its network of trails, ride through the Monongahela National Forest, or try the new Cranberry/ Tri-Rivers Rail Trail in Richwood. Many outfitters offer guided tours that range from beginning riders to more advanced terrain. Hiking/Biking Trail • Long Point Trail This trail is located just South of Summersville with easy access from Rt. 19 and leads through a forest of hardwoods where there are many opportunities to see turkey and deer. There are also many rhododendrons. The trail ends at a tall cliff overlooking Summersville Lake. This view is one of the most breathtaking any time of the year. The trail is moderate and is approximately 1.96 miles. • Salmon Run Located just south of Summersville and easily accessible from Rt. 19, Salmon Run is well maintained and passes through fields and forest areas. Along the way, there is a rock wall, wooden bridge, an old cemetery and several old homesteads. The trail is approximately 2.15 miles and ends at beautiful Summersville Lake. • Muddlety Trail With three miles of trail under a canopy of mature trees, this trail is an easy walk. Along the trail, there are picnic facilities at the Jones Hole area. Muddlety Creek runs alongside the trail. Bridges make water crossing very easy and there are numerous opportunities to see wildlife and beautiful wild orchids. Several historic sites are found along the trail, including Starbuck Textile Mill and Campbell Power Plant. The entrance to this trail is on Rt. 39, a short distance off Rt. 19.
• Carnifex Ferry Trails 1. Old Carnifex Ferry Road Trail---This trail is approximately 0.18 miles and traces the Confederate line of retreat during the Civil War. Hikers can continue on a trail into the Gauley River National Recreational Area for an additional 1.17 miles. 2. Pierson Hollow Trail---This is a short trail that heads a little deeper into the forest area. There are many rock formations along this 0.42 mile trail. The area along this trail is known for a “friendly fire” incident among units of the Union army during the Civil War. 3. Patterson Trail---This trial is approximately 2 miles and loops around Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park. Visitors can enjoy views of the Gauley River and more Civil War history.
• Battle Run This trail is located just southwest of Summersville with access from Rt. 19. This trail runs along the water and through a wooded area near Battle Run Campground. There are many spots for a picnic along the way. The trail is approximately 3.18 miles.
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Lodging
Summersville has numerous lodging options including rustic cabins, chalets, lodges, hotels, bed and breakfast and campgrounds. There are places to stay for groups of all different sizes and budgets, each offering its own charm. Whichever option you choose, you will experience some of the best hospitality in the region!
Unwind and Relax at Hampton Inn Summerville
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Indoor Pool & Spa Fitness Center Free High Speed Internet Free Bright Side Breakfast Buffet Micro & Fridges in every room • Keurig Coffee Makers 32” Flat Screen Televisions • Several HD HBO and Sports Channels 100% Smoke Free Facility Restaurants and Shopping within walking distance.
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HOTELS
Econo Lodge 1203 Broad Street • 304-872-6900 Easily accessible to many of the recreational facilities in the area. Only 4 miles from beautiful Summersville Lake and Dam. Handicap facilities, free breakfast. www.econolodge.com Baymont Inn & Suites 903 Industrial Drive North • 304-872-6500 This hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to the Summersville Arena & Conference Center off Highway 19 in Summersville. Accommodations include free breakfast, free wireless internet, exercise room, sauna, racket ball courts, outdoor heated pool, king suites, king jacuzzi rooms, and conference rooms available for up to 75 people. The courtyard and pool areas make for a wonderful family reunion destination. www.baymontinns.com LaQuinta 106 Merchants Walk • 304-872-0555 Conveniently located off Highway 19 in Summersville. Hotel offers complimentary breakfast buffet, interior corridors, 8 whirlpool suites, a meeting room for up to 40 people, an indoor heated pool and hot tub. Free high speed internet. Only hotel in the area with a heated indoor pool and hot tub. Pet Friendly. www.lq.com Hampton Inn 5400 Webster Road • 304-872-7100 Winner of the Pinnacle Award of Excellence. Luxury accommodations with superior service. Complete with handicap facilities, meeting room, free continental breakfast, an exercise facility and an outdoor heated pool. 100% satisfaction guaranteed! www.hamptoninn.com Sleep Inn 701 Professional Park Drive • 304-872-4500 Gold Hospitality Award winner. Recently remodeled and conveniently located within walking distance to the Summersville Arena & Conference Center off Highway 19 in Summersville. Free continental breakfast, and free high speed internet, king suites, outdoor heated pool, sand volleyball court & horseshoe pit. www.sleepinn.com
Summers Inn 38 Motel Drive • 304-872-2702 Newly renovated and under new management. 40 double and single occupancy. Weekly rentals. RV and boat parking. www.summersinnwv.com Super 8 Motel 306 Merchants Walk • 304-872-4888 Conveniently located off Highway 19 in Summersville. You will find clean, comfortable guest rooms and family service, along with a host of amenities. Pet friendly. www.Super8.com BED AND BREAKFAST Wildwood Inn & Antiques 100 Wildwood Inn Drive 304-872-4944 www.wvbedandbreakfasts.com/listings/ wildwoodinnandantiques Relax and unwind in this colonial cottage just minutes from Summersville Lake, the Arena & Conference Center, outdoor activities. Built in 1972, this seven acre property will provide a peaceful and private experience. Enjoy the spacious library and read a book, watch a movie, or get acquainted with guests. Breakfast in the dining room. Box lunches and dinner with advanced notice. Member of the WV Bed and Breakfast Association, Richwood and Summersville Area Chambers of Commerce. Minimum 3 night stay. CABINS Carnifex Ferry Cottages 1617 Carnifex Ferry Road 304-872-4442 or 1-800-701-0809 Located in scenic Mt. Nebo, adjacent to historic Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park and the Gauley River National Recreation Area and Summersville Lake. www.westvirginiacabins.com Country Road Cabins 1508 Sunday Road, Hico 1-888-712-2246 Located in the middle of WV’s best outdoor recreation. Within minutes of Summersville Lake, the Gauley River, the New River Gorge and the new Summit Bechtel Scout Reserve. www.wvcabins.com
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Laurel Ridge Cabins 64 Laurel Cabins Dr., Mt. Nebo 304-872-1602 Two bedroom cabins, sleeps 6. Full kitchen, TV, AC, linens and towels. Deck with gas grill, outside fire pit, large field, flower garden, playground. Located ½ mile from stoplight on Rt. 19. Major credit cards accepted. www.lrcabin.com Long Point Cabins Summersville Lake 304-872-0931 Nestled away in the scenic mountains surrounding Summersville Lake, enjoy an amazing sunset as you soak in the hot tub then end the evening roasting marshmellows over the firepit under the starry sky. www.longpointcabins.com Mountain Escape Chalets 2 Deerwood Road, Summersville,WV 304-872-4624 or 1-864-680-4010 Surrounded by some of the world’s best outdoor recreational opportunities, including white water rafting, boating and scuba diving on beautiful Summersville Lake. www.wvacabinrentals.com Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins 1898 Summersville Airport Road 304-872-6222 or 877-686-6222 Whether it is a family vacation, romantic getaway, or just to get away from it all, Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins is the perfect spot! Stay in one of the new Cozy Cabins or one of the lakefront cabins! www.mountainlakecampground.com
Wildwood Inn & Antiques • Near Rt 19 & Rt 39 • Near Summersville Lake • New River Gorge • Central Heat & Air • Deluxe Continental or full Breakfast Minimum 3 Night Stay • Children Welcome wildwoodinn@citynet.net • Antique Shop on Premises www.bbonline.com/wv/wildwood/ 100 Wildwood Inn Drive, Summersville, West Virginia 26651 1-800-CALLWVA • 304-872-4944
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CAMPING Battle Run Campground 2981 Summersville Lake Road, Mt. Nebo 877-444-6777 Battle Run Campground is conveniently located Rustic Retreats south of Summersville, WV, on the shore of the 89 Butternut Lane, Mt. Nebo, WV largest lake in central West Virginia, Summers1-888-991-7700 or 304-619-9211 ville Lake. Reservations cannot be made at the Come and enjoy the seclusion of Rustic Retreats. campground; all reservations are to be made A vacation haven in “Almost Heaven” West through the call center or on the website. ReserVirginia near Summersville Lake. We welcome vations are taken from May 22nd through Aug you to stay in one of our two story cabins, known 31st. Sites may be available on a first come-first for their comfort and beauty, while complementserved basis outside the reservation season. No ing a rustic atmosphere. Call today for your respets and/or livestock. No all-terrain vehicles alervation or for more information on our cabins. lowed. State law requires children 14 and under www.wvrusticretreatcabins.com to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle. For more information, call 304-872-3459 or Wilderness Lake Chalets 304-872-3412. www.ReserveUSA.com PO Box 337 Mt. Nebo, WV 304-872-2426 or 800-741-1689 Mountain Lake A-Frames at Summersville Lake. Twelve fully Campground and Cabins equipped chalets, nestled in the woods, Hot CAMPING • CABINS • YURTS tubs, Jacuzzi’s, AC, Gas fireplaces, satellite TV, 1898 Summersville Airport Road Gas Grills, office, picnic areas, playground, 304-872-6222 or 877-686-6222 horseshoe pits, etc. Major credit cards. Whether it is a family vacation, romantic getwww.bestwvcabins.com away, or just to get away from it all, Mountain Lake Campground and Cabins is the perfect Summersville Lake Retreat spot! Stay in one of their Lakefront Cabins, or 278 Summersville Lake Road, Mt. Nebo choose from 250 campsites available wooded, 304-872-5975 or 888-872-5580 open, or shaded lots. They also offer 132 sites CABINS • CAMPING • BOAT RENTALS with full Electric and Water hook-ups for Tents, In the very heart of the Mountain Lakes Region RV’s, and Campers. Stay in one of the new of West Virginia, Summersville Lake Retreat has Yurts… a unique way to camp! over 60 acres nestled among beautiful open www.mountainlakecampground.com meadows and woodland forests offering a variety of overnight accommodations. Gauley WV Nazarene Music Park Campground River National Recreation Area, within walking distance to Summersville Lake. A-Frame furnished 7441 Webster Road, Summersville 304-872-6853 or 304-872-6698 Chalets constructed of native hemlock and fully equipped in a relaxing setting with Jacuzzi tubs, Home of the Music in the Mountains Bluegrass RV sites with full hookups, field and wooded tent Festival. From Summersville and Rt. 19, take Rt. sites, and sea kayak rentals. New cabins opened 41 North and proceed 1.5 miles and take a left into the campground. Pull through sites, electric, in 2011 with outdoor hot tubs! Open yearwater and sewer hook-ups, restroom and showround. Major credit cards. ers. Campfires must be in a fire ring. (Available www.summersvillelakeretreat.com at the office.) 26 www.summersvillecvb.com
Dining The City of Summersville has numerous options for dining to fit any budget. There are a variety of fast food and well known chain restaurants and some very popular local venues, including Greek & Italian Cuisine, wood fired pizza and calzones, some of the best burgers in the region and home cooked meals made from scratch. There is something to please everyone. RESTAURANTS Cafe Acropolis 331 McMillion Drive • 304-872-0254 Cafe Acropolis is one of Summersville’s finer eateries, specializing in Greek & Italian Cuisine, which is prepared by the Owner & Chef Pete Kudurogianis. Dinner entrees include everything from Spaghetti and Meatballs, Eggplant Parmigiana, to Filet Mignon and Shish Kebabs all at reasonable prices. As a special treat, you can order specially prepared Turkish coffee. The Cafe Acropolis is located in a refurbished farm house finished in Greek tradition. Hours: Lunch TuesdayFriday 11:30am-2:00pm; Dinner TuesdayThursday 5:00pm-9:00pm; Friday-Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm; Closed Sunday and Monday.
Long Point Grille & Bar 1289 Summersville Lake Road Mt Nebo 304-872-2100 Full service restaurant and bar with outdoor deck. Home-style & Italian food served with local hospitality. Pizza and calzones baked in wood fired brick oven. Children’s menu available. Located across from scenic Long Point overlook of beautiful Summersville Lake. Motorcyclists, campers, boaters welcome.
Fujiyami’s 102 Merchant’s Walk Plaza, Summersville Coming Soon!
Shoney’s Restaurant 901 Industrial Drive North • 304-872-6785 Family oriented chain serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh American food served in a sparkling clean and friendly environment. Sunday-Thursday 6am-9pm, Friday and Saturday 6am-10p. www.shoneys.com
Maloney’s Sports Pub & Grill 603 Church Street • 304-872-8200 Maloney’s is a family friendly local Sports Pub and Grill located in beautiful downtown Summersville. With eight high definition televisions, you will never miss your favorite team. A proud supFran’s Restaurant porter of the West Virginia University Mountain607 Main Street • 304-872-6184 eers. Serving lunch and dinner. Monday-Friday Good food in a family diner located in downtown 11am-11pm, Saturday 12pm-1am Team trivia Summersville. Home cooked family style meals. every Thursday at 7pm. www.maloneyswv.com
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse 1028 Wal Street • 304-872-8988 Summersville’s newest restaurant. Open 7 days a week Sunday - Thursday 11am - 9:30pm, Friday-Saturday 11am - 10pm. Hibachi and Sushi. Lakeside Barbeque 1898 Airport Road • 304-872-4060 Seasonal hours Wednesday - Thursday 11am - 8pm, Friday-Saturday 11am - 9pm, Sunday 11am - 8pm. Burgers, steak, chicken, barbeque. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day.
Applebee’s 304-872-8800, 302 Merchants Walk Arby’s 304-883-2078, 308 Merchants Walk Bob Evans 304-872-8168, 104 Merchants Walk Burger King 304-872-5925, 130 Irish Street
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Dining Dairy Queen 304-872-4641, 1119 Broad Street Fat Eddies 304-872-0788, 2243 Summersville Lake Road, Mt. Nebo Gino’s Pizza - Summersville 304-872-1001, 5329 Webster Road Hardee’s 304-872-5749, 1401 Webster Road Kentucky Fried Chicken 304-872-6905, 805 Northside Drive La Carreta 304-872-6570, 205 Merchants Walk Little Caesar’s Pizza 304-872-5333, 864 Broad Street Long John Silver’s 304-872-5157, 813 Northside Drive Mayor’s Place 304-619-9840, 510 Water Street Summersville McDonald’s 304-872-2883, 5950 Webster Road Mi Patron Mexican Food 304-883-2570, 1210 Wal Street Mumsey’s Iron Skillet 304-846-4442, 761 Richwood Road, Richwood Pizza Hut 304-872-5449, 809 Broad Street Shoney’s 304-872-6785, 901 Industrial Drive Sweet Frog 304-872-0030, 1026 Wal Street Subway 304-872-5506, 221 Merchants Walk 304-872-1839, 200 Wal Street Taco Bell 304-872-5757, 902 Industrial Drive Tudor’s Biscuit World 304-872-9779, 5329 Webster Road Wendy’s 304-872-2000, 811 Northside Drive
Night Life Looking for some entertainment in the evening? Visit one of our evening spots for live music most weekends. Longpointe Grille & Bar 1289 Summersville Lake Road, Mt. Nebo 304-872-2100 Full service restaurant and bar with outdoor deck. Home-style & Italian food served with local hospitality. Entertainment most weekends. Maloney’s Sports Pub & Grill 603 Church Street • 304-872-8200 Maloney’s is a family friendly local Sports and Grill located in beautiful Summersville. Entertainment most weekends. Team trivia every Thursday at 7pm. Hours Monday-Friday 11am-11pm and Saturday 12pm-1am. www.maloneyswv.com The Tractor Bar 546 Wilderness Highway, Mount Nebo, WV 304-872-8100 For an exciting night life and good music, come visit this super fun bar. The bar stools are old tractor seats. Live bands on weekends. Open Mic Night every Wednesday. www.thetractorbar.com
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Fairs & Festivals MARCH • St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 14 Celebrate Irish heritage with the grand parade, great food, prizes and Irish beer. APRIL • Feast of the Ramson April 18 Celebrates wild, incredible and edible ramps! Food, music, arts and crafts show, ramp dinner. Richwood. richwoodchamberofcommerce.com JUNE • Music in the Mountains Bluegrass Festival June 24-27 – Annual festival of Bluegrass Music offers the best of the best with over 40 performers. Camping, food, and vendors are available on the grounds. adamsandandersonbluegrass.com • WV Quilt Festival June 18-20 Held every year at the Summersville Arena & Conference Center. You won’t want to miss seeing the finest quilts in the region! Vendors and classes throughout the entire festival. Concessions also available. wvquilters.org JULY • Fourth of July Fireworks – Held every year at Northside. Sponsored by the City of Summersville and the Summersville Convention & Visitors Bureau • Nicholas County Fair Early July Amusement rides, food, entertainment, games and activities. Held at the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park. • Scenic Mountain Triathon July 11-12 Swim, run, and bike in the Monongahela National Forest near Richwood. richwoodchamberofcommerce.com AUGUST • Cherry River Festival July 27 - Aug 1 Annual festival held in Richwood. Entertainment, parades, games, craft and food vendors. cherryriverfestival.org
• Summersville Lake Retreat Lighthouse Festival August 22 — Lots of vendors, food, entertainment, door prizes and more. Climb the lighthouse for a beautiful view of Summersville Lake. summersvillelakeretreat.com • Sewell Mountain Sailing Association Mountain Mama Hospice Regatta August 22-23 — Racing, good food, music, prizes and raffles. soapysails.webs.com SEPTEMBER • Nicholas County Potato Festival September 11-12 – in downtown Summersville. Celebrate friends, fun, neighbors and potatoes. Plenty of games, entertainment, amusement rides, pet pageant, mashed potato, tater tot and hot wing eating contests, potato decorating, food, craft vendors, Grand Parade, tractor and car shows, 5K race, spud hunt and sack race, potato display and auction. Firemen’s Parade and Potato Idol Contest. nicholascountypotatofestival.com • Country Hardware Day – Held annually in September, Entertainment, Corn mill grinding, hot dogs and drinks, old time fun and games. www.hardmans.com • Grape Stompin’ Festival September 19-20 – Sponsored by Kirkwood Winery. Entertainment, wine tasting and tours, food, games and activities. Special grape stomping contest. kirkwood-wine.com • Gauley Fest – September 17-20. Sponsored by the American Whitewater Association, this festival celebrates white water rafting. Activities include entertainment, vendors, food and high adventure on the Gauley River. Held at the Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park • Craigsville Fall Festival September 14-19 – Parades, arts and crafts, food, entertainment, Queen’s Pageant, Children’s Pageant and more
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Shopping
Local gift shops and big name retailers Summersville has many quaint shops that are ideal for browsing and finding the perfect gift or souvenir. There are many primitive shops, specialty shops, antiques, sporting goods, department stores, and collectibles and food items unique to the area.
West Virginia’s hardware and home store.
All Creatures Feed & Pet 3019 Webster Road (Nicholas Village) 304-872-4422 Archers Den 3023 Webster Road (Nicholas Village) 304-872-0075 Big Lots 2093 Webster Road (Nicholas Village) 304-872-2279
Dust Off Your Memories
Visit an old fashioned hardware store, where the wood floors creak, you’re greeted with a smile and you can still buy quality merchandise.
Burkes Outlet 600 Wal Street 304-872-7297 Carpet & Floor Store 50 Stonewall Drive 304-872-5696 Christy’s Trading Post 2243 Summersville Lake Road Mt. Nebo, WV 26679 304-872-9101 All your camping and fishing needs as well as Summersville Lake souvenirs.
1300 Webster Rd, Summersville, WV 26651 (304) 872-2821 • www.hardmans.com
Summersville has a distillery and a winery--the Isaiah Morgan Distillery and Kirkwood Winery located on Phillips Road off Rt. 19.
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Shop Downtown Just 1-1/2 miles off of Rt. 19
Cornerstone Boutique & Consignment Shop 508 Main Street, Suite 100 304-872-1100 New and used clothing, primitives, tarts & tart warmers, dishware, household goods, crafts and jewelry. Monday-Friday 9am-6pm; Saturday 10am-2pm. Country Potpourri / Gauley River Rustics 535 Summersville Lake Road, Mt. Nebo, WV 304-872-4132, 304-651-2757 A cozy collection of country antiques with hand-crafted candles, decorative artwork and more displayed in a rustic atmosphere. Take Rt. 129 off Rt. 19 and go towards Summersville
Dam. 1/2 mile on Rt. 129. Saturday 11-6 or by appointment. Country Roads Primitives 364 East Mt. Lookout Road 304-651-9306 www.countryroadsprimitives.com Plates, candles, pretty things, signs, wall hangings, lights, floral & pip berries, specialty items Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm. Creative Cakes & Floral 1309 Webster Road 304-872-7142 Floral shop as well as a bakery with everything from cupcakes to bridal cakes.
Welcome to Summersville! www.summersvillechamber.com PO Box 567 • 19 Memorial Park Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-1588 info@summersvillechamber.com
The Good Old Stuff
We have a wide variety of items ranging from antique furniture, glassware, crocks, primitives & crafts. 6200 Webster Rd Summersville, WV (304) 883-2518
ANTIQUES WALNUT GROVE
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Johnson’s Sporting Goods 3003 Webster Road (Nicholas Village) 304-872-4141 King Cut Tobacco Summersville 3013 Webster Road 304-872-0749 Mt. Nebo 548 Wilderness Highway 304-872-5350
Crystal’s Fun Fashionables 9414 Webster Road 304-872-3954 Dodrill Jewelers 213 Merchants Walk 304-872-0193 Dollar General 3011 Webster Road 304-872-1036 Dollar Tree 203 Merchants Walk Plaza 304-872-7913
Kirkwood Winery 45 Winery Lane 304-872-7332 Wine tasting and tours. Gift baskets and souvenir gifts. www.kirkwood-wine.com
is striking enough for display in any home. Come visit our working studio and full gallery. Watch us make the pottery while Lowe’s Home you shop. Our hours are 10-5 Improvement Warehouse Wednesday through Sunday. 5200 Webster Road Glade Creek Floral Gallery 304-872-5300 8430 Webster Road Minnich Florist 304-872-2105 3027 Webster Road Floral arrangements, plants (Nicholas Village) and gifts. 304-872-1080 Grand Home Furnishings 810 Northside Drive 304-883-2370 www.grandfurnishings.com
Down Home Candles & Crafts 822 Broad Street Hardman’s Hardware 304-872-8398 1300 Webster Road Crafts, Primitives, Candles, Gifts 304-872-2821 and more! www.hardmans.com Take a step back in time as you Family Dollar browse among the goods of 828 Broad Street quality and value for a unique 304-872-6997 gift. Antiques, vintage store fixGauley River Pottery tures and wood floors make for 526 W. Mount Lookout Road a memorable first (but not last) Mount Lookout visit. Major credit cards. 304-872-2841 Hibbett Sports Inc. www.wvpottery.com 217 Merchants Walk Every piece of pottery is hand crafted starting as a ball of clay 304-872-0505 and thrown on a wheel, no two Jackson’s Meat Shop are exactly the same. If you 3001 Webster Road look closely you will find throw 304-872-0209 lines or maybe a finger print. Quality meat cuts and Our pottery is made for every seasonal produce, variety of day use in modern kitchens but WV products.
Floral arrangement, gifts and plants
Mountain Lake Campground General Store 1898 Summersville Airport Rd Summersville 304-872-6222 All your camping needs as well as unique gifts and souvenirs. No Place Like Home 6200 Webster Road 304-883-2518 Wood and grapevine crafts, signs & pictures, country primitives, candles & tarts, shutters & shelves, quilted purses, local artists & crafts. Peebles 233 Merchants Walk Mall 304-872-4190
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Rt. 19 Flea Market 304-651-1477 Just north of Summersville on US Route 19 “If they don’t have it, they’ll get it for you!” West Virginia items, antiques, crafts, Harley items, tools and more! Rue 21 257 Merchants Walk Plaza 304-872-5374 Clothing. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-9pm and Sunday 11am-6pm Sarge’s Dive Shop 1706 Airport Road 304-872-1782 www.sarges.net Sears Hometown Store 50 Stonewall Drive 304-872-4366 Serenity Gifts 400 Fairview Heights Road 304-872-8542 Located in the Summersville Regional Medical Center.
Summersville Radio Shack 4089 Webster Road 304-872-2926
U-Save Travel Plaza Route 19, Junction 129, Mt. Nebo 304-872-8377
The Good Old Stuff 6200 Webster Road 304-883-2518 Antiques and primitives, bottles, jars, Fenton, Blenko and Fostoria glass, rockers, china and china cabinets.
Walnut Grove Antiques 45 W. Mt. Lookout Rd Mt. Lookout, WV 304-872-1885 walnutgroveantiques.llc@gmail.com Wednesday-Saturday 10:00am6:00pm, Sunday 1:00pm6:00pm. Rustic Jenny Lind building with timeless treasures, antiques, primitives, artwork and much more.
The Quilt Shoppe 521 Main Street 304-872-0959 A full service quilt and fabric shop located in downtown Summersville. Over 6,000 bolts of fabric, unique displays, patterns, fat quarters, bundles and more. Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 10am-3pm. wvquiltshoppe.com Wal Mart Super Center One Gateway Center 304-872-6734
PHARMACIES CVS Pharmacy 700 North Side Drive 304-872-4980 Mountain Lake Pharmacy 1129 Broad St. 304-872-9000
Nicholas Pharmacy Wildwood Inn & Antiques 421 Main St. 304-872-2777 100 Wildwood Inn Drive Shabby Treasures 304-872-4944 Summersville Regional 1400 Webster Road Antique shop on premise. Medical Center Summersville Pharmacy Twig Wreaths, reclaimed and CONVENIENCE STORES 400 Fairview Hts. repurposed for the home, gently Go-Mart 304-872-8481 loved and reclaimed treasures. 6088 Webster Road 304-651-9538 304-872-7300 Walgreens Pharmacy 5870 Webster Rd. Shoe Show Little General 304-872-4394 One Gateway Center 308 Merchants Walk 304-872-5440 304-872-7188 Wal Mart Pharmacy 200 Wal Street Smoker Friendly Mountaineer Mart 304-872-7039 304-872-6000 900 Industrial Drive 1 Gateway Center 304-872-2123 Summerville Lake Marina 1706 Airport Road 304-872-1331 summersvillelakemarina.com
Sheetz 1300 Wal Street 304-872-6912 Summersville Sunoco 5372 Webster Road 304-872-8860
Walnut Grove Antiques is a Jenny Lind style building that came from Gad, WV. The house was moved from the town when the homes were torn down to build Summersville Lake/Dam. 304-872-3722 33
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ichwood Creations, located in Summersville, West Virginia, is more than just a line of high-end wood products and rustic home decor. It is also a nonprofit created to help support the surrounding communities. With the support, generosity, inspiration and creativity of many wonderful people, Richwood Creations was founded in the summer of 2012 in an effort to provide local employment, and funding for Young Life Ministries operating in Richwood, West Virginia. Richwood Creations’ intent is to sustain jobs, and raise money to keep Young Life Ministries strong and vibrant in a community that is desperately in need. Your support of this not-for-profit artisan wood business is literally changing lives in the heart of Appalachia. All materials and resources are sourced locally or within the state. Each piece of wood is hand selected for every order. After perfecting our customer’s design, personalized orders are engraved onto the wood through a unique laser process. We then package it with care and send it on its way! From start to finish, we prioritize meticulous attention to detail and a handmade authenticity. Richwood Creations has been featured on the Today Show and in Country and HGTV magazines. Items available include clocks, coasters, ipad holders, lazy susans, rolling pins, serving trays, wall hangings and seasonal items. All items can be personalized. They are available for purchase at www.richwood-creations.com or at Nordstrom department stores around the country. 34 www.summersvillecvb.com
Local Places of Worship Apostolic Life Center 104 Reynolds St. Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-7289 Emmanuel Baptist Church 800 Luna Drive Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-4732 Gilboa First Church of God 187 Turnpike Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-6539 Mountain State Baptist Church 809 West Webster Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-6552 Nazarene Camp 6461 Webster Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-1291 Summersville Presbyterian Church 427 Water Street Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-2371
Saint Martins Episcopal Church 221 McKees Creek Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-5594
Memorial United Methodist 1317 Webster Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-3221
Summersville Baptist Church Corner Spruce & Main Street Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-1361
Dotson Simpson United Methodist 632 Margaret Street Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-4863
Summersville Seventh Day Adventist Church 70 Friends R Fun Drive Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-6958
New Life Assembly 1240 Houston Memorial Drive Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-1897
Calvary Baptist Church 1134 South Broad St. Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-5748 Faith Works Mission Church 820 Northside Drive Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-1057
Saint John Catholic Church 1704 Webster Road Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-2554 Southern Baptist Fellowship 201 Irish Street Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-5334 New Beginnings Worship Center 307 Broad Street Summersville, WV 26651 304-872-4469
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At Summersville Lake, West Virginia’s Largest!
Campsites • Lakefront Cabins • Cozy Cabins Yurt Rentals • Camper Rentals • Seasonals Heated Swimming Pools Swimming Beach Jumping Pillow Miniature Golf Golf Cart Rentals Pavilion Boat & Camper Storage Gift Shop with Snack Bar Themed Weekends Playgrounds Basketball Courts Haunted Trail Group Event Planning Restaurant Stuff a Buddy Located beside a Marina, And much more...
Visitors are drawn to the lakes rolling hills, cascading cliffs and 60 miles of shoreline. As the largest lake in the state, Summersville Lake attracts visitors with all kinds of wish lists. Though their vacation goals differ, they all come away with the same impression of this reservoir: it’s an ideal vacation spot, sure to exceed your expectations.
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