Summersville West Virginia Map

About Summersville, West Virginia

Summersville is a locality in Nicholas County, West Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,373. The population density is 292.3 people per km². Summersville is located at 38.2812°N, 80.8526°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 26651.

Summersville unfolds across a landscape where rounded, forested hills meet the broad, blue expanse of the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. It lies 42.6 miles east of Charleston, WV (from Charleston, WV: bearing 96°T), and is situated 17.8 miles west-north-west of Richwood. The air here, especially when the sun begins its slow descent, carries a crispness, a hint of the Appalachian wind that rustles through the dense stands of oak and pine. The terrain itself is a study in gentle but persistent elevation changes, with winding roads that offer glimpses of deep ravines and distant, hazy peaks. Summersville’s character is etched not just in its topography but in the quiet hum of its daily life, a rhythm that feels attuned to the turning of the seasons and the steady flow of the nearby waterways. The economic pulse of Summersville has long been tied to the rich natural resources of its surroundings. Historically, coal mining and timber played significant roles, shaping the early development and the hardy spirit of its inhabitants. Today, while those industries still hold a presence, the region has found new life and economic footing in tourism, drawn by the unparalleled beauty of the New River Gorge. This vast natural playground offers world-class whitewater rafting, rock climbing, and hiking, attracting adventurers from across the nation. Summersville itself serves as a vital hub for these visitors, its local businesses catering to the influx of those eager to experience the raw, untamed splendor of West Virginia. The Summersville Lake, a stunning emerald jewel within this mountainous embrace, is a testament to the area’s capacity to transform and thrive, offering a different kind of aquatic allure with its deep, clear waters perfect for boating and fishing.

About This Summersville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Summersville, West Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.28122, -80.852598. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Summersville and Nicholas County.

Detailed location data for Summersville includes the ZIP code (26651), telephone area code (304), county seat of Nicholas County (Summersville), and school district assignment (Nicholas County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Summersville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.