Fishing Spots

Discover West Virginia's best waters — from tranquil mountain streams to sprawling reservoirs.

Elk River
Springadvanced
Webster County

Elk River

Premier trout water flowing through ancient Appalachian forests. Crystal-clear waters and native brook trout make this a fly fishing paradise.

Brook Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
Summersville Lake
Year Roundbeginner
Nicholas County

Summersville Lake

Known as the 'Little Bahamas of the East' for its crystal-clear blue waters. Excellent fishing for bass, walleye, and trout.

Largemouth Bass
Walleye
Trout
Cranberry River
Springadvanced
Webster County

Cranberry River

A wild trout stream in the Cranberry Wilderness. Remote, pristine, and home to native brook trout.

Native Brook Trout
Greenbrier River
Summerintermediate
Pocahontas County

Greenbrier River

One of the longest free-flowing rivers in the eastern US. Excellent smallmouth bass and musky fishing.

Smallmouth Bass
Musky
Rock Bass
New River Gorge
Summerintermediate
Fayette County

New River Gorge

Legendary smallmouth bass fishing in one of America's newest national parks. Miles of pristine river with stunning gorge scenery.

Smallmouth Bass
Rock Bass
Channel Catfish
Kanawha River
Year Roundbeginner
Kanawha County

Kanawha River

Flowing right through Charleston, offering convenient access to excellent catfish, bass, and sauger fishing.

Channel Catfish
Sauger
Hybrid Striped Bass
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