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Burnsville Lake Shelters

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. The primary pastime at the picnic shelters, naturally, is picnicking. Activities like biking, hiking and fishing are also quite popular. 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. Groups with young children may prefer shelters 2, 3, 4 and 5, as they are nearest to playground facilities.

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Shelter 2
Ryan S. Davis, Park Ranger

Campsites

group shelter nonelectric4
group shelter electric2
Total6

Amenities & rules

Electric hookupsWater hookups

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

To reach Picnic Shelters 1-4: From Clarksburg, drive south on I-79 to Exit 79 (Burnsville). Turn left and proceed through town until you reach a junction. Turn right onto Route 5 East. Follow approximately 2.5 miles. Turn right and enter the downstream area. For Shelter 1: Turn right and enter the downstream area; shelter is next to the restroom.

Campgrounds nearby

Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.