

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Bertha Campground Shoreline provides shore access to the backwaters of Summersville Lake. The site features shallow, rocky banks suitable for snorkelling. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, cold water, and low visibility. Conditions are generally mild, though they can vary. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical sessions lasting around 45 minutes. Facilities at the campground include toilets. As a freshwater environment, the site offers a quiet, primitive setting for exploring the rocky shoreline.
37.56385, -80.88014
The camping areas are primitive with no potable water and pit toilets.
Located in southern West Virginia near Hinton. Bertha Camping Area coordinates are 37.563852, -80.880137.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners.
This is a shore entry site.
Yes, snorkelling is permitted, with a site rating of 2/5.
Divers and snorkellers should be cautious of boat traffic, cold water, and low visibility.
Bertha Campground Shoreline in Hinton offers snorkelling with a rating of 2 out of 5.
A typical dive at Bertha Campground Shoreline in Hinton lasts approximately 45 minutes. Actual dive time depends on depth, air consumption, and conditions.
Bertha Campground Shoreline in Hinton typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.