The little town of Summersville in Nicholas County, West Virginia, has no shortage of things to do. It might be a bit of a drive to get there, but you’ll be glad you took the time to get to know this small-town charm.
The town of Summersville has a population of just about 3,500, but attracts many more visitors each year.
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It’s best know for Summersville Lake, which is definitely one of West Virginia’s most gorgeous lakes.
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Spend the day swimming and sunbathing on Battle Run Beach at the lake.
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Or visit Sarge’s Dive Shop to get started on scuba diving.
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But there’s more than just the lake to see. Take a trip to Kirkwood Winery.
Kirkwood Winery/Facebook This family owned and operated winery is currently producing 39 different wines. They have free wine tastings daily.
Or explore Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park.
TripAdvisor/Brittany C There are plenty of beautiful nature trails to follow, or you might even catch a reenactment of the civil war days.
For a small town, Summersville has some great dining. Visit Alfredo’s Italian & Greek Family Restaurant.,
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Yelp/Hannah M. Find a variety of pizzas, calzones, and gyros.
Or try La Carreta Mexican Restaurant.
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Yelp/Tracy L. Get all the burritos, tacos, and enchiladas that your heart desires.
I can’t wait to take a day trip here! What do you love about Summersville? Let us know in the comments.
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Flickr/Richard Freeman
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This family owned and operated winery is currently producing 39 different wines. They have free wine tastings daily.
TripAdvisor/Brittany C
There are plenty of beautiful nature trails to follow, or you might even catch a reenactment of the civil war days.
Yelp/Marqus R.
Yelp/Hannah M.
Find a variety of pizzas, calzones, and gyros.
Yelp/ Brittany K.
Yelp/Tracy L.
Get all the burritos, tacos, and enchiladas that your heart desires.
For another interesting and remote town in West Virginia, check out the little village of Helvetia. It’s like taking a trip back in time, to Switzerland.
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