May - October at the Sunset Beach Public Launch​
November - April at the winter launch at the Cheat Lake Park
Cheat Lake is owned and operated by Lake Lynn Generation, a subsidiary of Eagle Creek Renewable Energy. Lake Lynn | Eagle Creek Renewable Energy
First try and get a picture of the registration numbers on the boat or jet ski that was involved in the incident. Contact the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources, District 1 - (304) 825-6787 with the details about the incident.
Please contact the Lake Lynn Generation or Eagle Creek Renewable Energy.
There are very few houses that are available for short term rentals. Most properties are privately owned. Here are the best options for staying on or near Cheat Lake.
You can rent boats from Sunset Marina, 304-594-0050.
There are no official campgrounds on the lake. However there are locations accessible by boat where you can camp. There are two parks close by where you can camp, Coopers Rock State Forest & Chestnut Ridge Park. Both parks have spaces available for RV's and towable campers.
Yes, but there is no way to reserve the Cheat Lake Park, it is open to the public. There are picnic tables, public restrooms, beach, and playground. You will need to bring a portable grill.
For additional comments or questions about the park contact Lake Lynn Generation.
Cheat Lake Park has a trail and beach area that is open to the public free of charge.
There is no charge for visting the lake. However you are required to have a valid West Virginia Fishing License. Visit the WV DNR website for prices.
There is no charge for visting the lake. However you are required to have a valid West Virginia Fishing License. Visit the WV DNR website for prices.
There are no horsepower restrictions.
Contact the West Virginia Department of Natural Resources, District 1 - (304) 825-6787
The Cheat Lake shoreline is part of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)-licensed Lake Lynn Project boundary, owned and operated by Lake Lynn Generation LLC. Shoreline uses and activities require a permit from Lake Lynn Generation.
For questions about shoreline permitting (e.g., boat docks, shoreline stabilization, etc.) at Cheat Lake, contact: SMP@eaglecreekre.com
