East Lynn Lake Shelters
EAST LYNN LAKE SHELTERS
Part of East Lynn Lake
Overview
*Please note that the Overlook Area's playground is currently under renovation. If you are reserving Shelters 1 or 2, please be aware that some portions of the playground will be unfinished.
East Lynn Lake Shelters are perfect for gathering friends and family for a fun-filled day of picnicking. Choose from four lakeside shelters along the northern tip of East Lynn Lake, a 1,005-acre lake just 35 miles south of Huntington, WV.
East Lynn Lake is a man-made reservoir part of an Ohio River Basin Flood management program. Today, it's a beloved outdoor recreation area for water sports and hiking.
Facilities
Great for large groups and families. Each shelter seats up to 100 people, with nearby playgrounds and grassy fields. Shelter 1 and 2 have basketball courts as well.Natural Features
Shelters are situated on various terrains along the 12-mile long reservoir in the Ohio River Valley. Shelter 1 and 2 boast scenic overlooks at the top of the dam. Shelter 3 is nestled along a quiet creek-front, and shelter 4 is perched right on the lake with a convenient boat ramp.Recreation
The reservoir is sizeable enough that there are both wake-permitted and no wake zones. Visitors interested in water skiing can have their fun, while fisherman populate the calmer portions of the lake. More interested in the latter? East Lynn Lake boasts 29 species of native West Virginian fish, including musky, crappie, and bass. Outdoorsmen with a competitive edge can participate in bass tournaments held April through October.
Nearby Attractions
Adjacent to the shelters is the East Lynn Lake Wildlife Management Area, which offers 25,000 acres of public land used for hunting, fishing and hiking.Important Notices
- No alcohol.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Pets on leash at all times.
Parking regulations enforced.
Available Activities
- Day Use Area - Day Use Area
- Boating - Boating
- Canoeing - Canoeing
- Biking - Biking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Hiking - Hiking
- Kayaking - Kayaking
- Picnicking - Picnicking
- Playground Park Specialized Sport Site - Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
Directions
East Lynn is 19 miles south of Wayne on ST RT 37.
Contact Information
Phone: 304-849-2355
683 OVERLOOK TRAIL ROADEAST LYNN, WV 25512
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site Gazebo, Loop Overlook, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 002, Loop OVER, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 004, Loop LICK, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 001, Loop OVER, Type Group Shelter Electric
- Site 003, Loop BDAM, Type Group Shelter Electric
