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