Burnsville Lake Shelters
Photo · Ryan S. Davis, Park RangerThe place
Burnsville Lake Shelters create a wonderful setting for daytime gatherings on Burnsville Lake. The six group picnic shelters are scattered across two ends of the lake. Shelters 1-4 are near the dam while shelters 5 and 6 are upstream near the inflow from the Little Kanawha River. Recreation The primary pastime at the picnic shelters, naturally, is picnicking. Activities like biking, hiking and fishing are also quite popular. Facilities The shelters are equipped with drinking water and a large charcoal grill; shelters 3 and 5 have electricity. All shelters are close to playgrounds and flush toilets. Keep reading
Groups with young children may prefer shelters 2, 3, 4 and 5, as they are nearest to playground facilities. Natural Features The reservoir was built in 1978 for flood control. Its beautiful setting between the Allegheny Mountains and Allegheny Plateau create a lush backdrop of steep hills. Nearby Attractions Take a trip back in time at the Bulltown Historical Village to get a taste of life during the Civil War era. The village and visitor center is nearest to shelters 5 and 6.
The sites · 6
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHELTERS | 001 | group shelter nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| SHELTERS | 002 | group shelter nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| SHELTERS | 003 | group shelter electric | — | 30 | yes |
| SHELTERS | 004 | group shelter nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| SHELTERS | 005 | group shelter electric | — | 15 | yes |
| SHELTERS | 006 | group shelter nonelectric | — | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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This campground sits in WV-01. This member’s public-lands record →