Summers County, West Virginia Travel Information

Welcome to scenic Summers County, located in the southern part of Almost Heaven, West Virginia !

Summers County is home to the legendary John Henry, the steel drivin' man who beat the machine with a hammer in his hands in the late 1800's and the subject of a recently released Disney animated film.

Visitors will also find the beautiful Bluestone Lake, one of West Virginia's largest, complete with wonderful outdoor recreation, fishing and hunting, lodging and camping facilities found at Bluestone Wildlife Management Area and Bluestone State Park. Also nearby is Pipestem Resort State Park with its championship golf courses, aerial tram to the Bluestone Gorge, and elegant restaurants and horseback riding.

The New River Gorge National River begins in scenic Summers County, where whitewater enthusiasts may enjoy a wildwater ride or just a nice scenic float trip, fun for all ages.