Flat Top Lake

Located in Raleigh County, West Virginia

Located in Ghent, West Virginia, Flat Top Lake is only 18 miles from Raleigh General Hospital and the West Virginia International Yeager Airport and 73 miles away.

Food Lion is an excellent choice when grocery shopping is only 18 miles away. As a bonus, you are only 140 miles from Roanoke, Virginia.

Lake Days

Flat Top Lake spans a large 230 acres, offering endless things to do under the sun. When it comes to fishing, you are sure to find Smallmouth bass, Walleye, Largemouth bass, Rainbow Trout, and Flathead Catfish.

You can swim, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, or cruise on your boat for water-based activities. Finally, if you are more of a land person, you can have a lovely stroll around the lake's perimeter or have a picnic with the family.

Around the Town

While staying in the Ghent area, If you get hungry, these spots are a must: The Oak, Mountain Creek, Bunkers | Sports Bar & Restaurant, Eataly Italian Restaurant, and Casablanca.

Once you have had your fill, you can see some sights the town offers; Alfred Beckley Mill, Wildwood House Museum, Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, Bluestone National Scenic River, Raleigh County Veteran's Inc to name a few. All of these wonderful locations are 35 minutes from the lake.

Visit Roanoke

Roanoke is full of many local attractions to keep everyone in your family entertained, from museums to sports to shopping and dining.

To see beautiful nature scenes, drive a portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Spanning 469 miles, this scenic drive winds along the Blue Ridge Mountains and is a must-see.

For those looking to explore a museum, the city has plenty! Popular ones include The Taubman Museum of Art, the Blue Ridge Institute & Museum, the Harrison Museum of African American Culture, the Science Museum of Western Virginia, and the Virginia Museum of Transportation.

Roanoke is an excellent spot for a night out with vibrant nightlife options! Live music, delicious restaurants, popular breweries, lowkey wineries, and more await visitors.

For the Lover of Nature

Nestled in the remote state of West Virginia, the lover of nature will feel right at home at Flat Top Lake.