About this campground
Gauley Tailwaters Campground in New River Gorge National River near Summersville (Mt Nebo) West Virginia offers 18 free primitive tent and small RV camping sites near a boat launch below the Summersville Dam. Easy access to the water for swimming, fishing, and boating.
What campers say
Gauley Tailwaters Campground is a free, convenient spot near the Gauley River and Summersville Lake that many campers use as a put‑in for rafting and paddling. Sites are essentially a gravel parking strip with a picnic table and fire ring at each, so expect compacted sand/gravel surfaces, closely spaced sites, and limited privacy or shade; an air mattress or sleeping pad is recommended. Facilities are basic—pit toilets and porta‑potties on site, with flush toilets a short walk down the road—and there are no hookups or running water. It fills up by evening but is generally quiet and practical for short stays.
Our summary of 95 traveler reviews.
Amenities
Setting
- River
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- .GOV
- Fishing
- Free
- Kayaking
- National Park
- New River Gorge National River
- Pets
- Primitive
- Public Park
- Rafting
- Swimming
95 reviews
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Location
- Address
- River Access Rd, Summersville, WV 26651
- GPS
- 38.2139° N, 80.8888° W
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