Bluestone Turnpike Trail at Summersville Lake offers a freshwater snorkeling experience accessible via a hike along the Bluestone River. The site features natural pools set within a forest environment. Snorkelers should be prepared for moderate currents and potential entanglement hazards. Entry is from the shore. The site is rated as intermediate due to the conditions and the hike required to reach the water. Facilities available at the location include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, first aid, a dive shop, boat charter, guided tours, and gear storage.

Bellepoint Day Use Area is a riverine drift dive site situated below the Bluestone Dam at Summersville Lake. This freshwater location is characterised by a strong current, making it suitable only for advanced divers. The water conditions here are often clearer than in the main lake. Divers can expect to encounter a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of this river habitat. Access is via a shore entry, and parking facilities are available at the site. Snorkelling is possible, though the strong current requires caution. Divers should be prepared for challenging conditions due to the significant water movement.

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.

Bull Falls is a remote site located on the upper end of Summersville Lake, where the New River transitions into the reservoir. The topography features river-rock formations shaped by the moving water, which often provides better visibility than the main lake pool. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and snorkellers who can manage moderate currents. Access is via the shore, and parking is available for visitors. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, significant depth, and strong currents. The habitat supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of this riverine environment.