Gauley Tailwater Access
Gauley Tailwater Access
Gauley Tailwaters is a public river access point located just below Summersville Dam, offering 18 drive-in camping sites for tents and RVs with no camping fee.
The site provides primitive camping facilities and serves as a key access point for fishing and paddling on the Gauley River, with designated campsites and fire rings available year-round.
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