Mount Nebo, West Virginia: Only Lighthouse in West Virginia
Built out of a wind turbine tower. It was first lit on June 20, 2013. You can climb a 122-step spiral staircase to the top.
- Address:
- 278 Summersville Lake Rd, Mount Nebo, WV
- Directions:
- From Summersville drive south on US-19 for six miles. Turn west at the stoplight onto WV-129. Drive a quarter-mile. Turn right at the Summersville Lake Retreat sign. You'll see the lighthouse ahead, on the right.
- Hours:
- M-Sa 9-5. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 304-872-5975
- Admission:
- Adults $7.
- RA Rates:
- Worth a Detour
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It's the only working lighthouse in landlocked West Virginia. You can climb the 122 step spiral staircase to the top and get 360-degree views of the area.
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The lighthouse looks old and real, and is climbable, but it was built out of a wind turbine tower and first lit on June 20, 2013. No ships have ever been saved by this lighthouse, although it helps with navigation for the local airport.