Fishing
In Pocahontas County, great fishing starts at the source.
With the headwaters of eight rivers, it’s no surprise Pocahontas County is known as the Birthplace of Rivers — and with that nickname comes a variety of trusted fishing holes. Whether you’re casting for native trout in a quiet mountain stream or reeling in bluegill with the kids along a peaceful lakeshore, this place is made for anglers of every kind.
Where To Fish In Pocahontas County
From lakes and rivers to hidden streams, you’ll never run out of places to fish in Pocahontas County. Reel in your next catch at one of our pristine lakes at Watoga State Park, Seneca State Forest or Handley Wildlife Management Area. Prefer rivers? You’ve got eight to choose from — all with headwaters here — including the Cherry, Cranberry, Elk, Gauley, Greenbrier, Tygart Valley, Williams and Shavers Fork of the Cheat. And for those who like to get off the beaten path, Knapp Creek and dozens of backcountry streams offer remote, rewarding fishing experiences.
Fishing in Pocahontas County
Buffalo Lake
See DescriptionBuffalo Lake is a 22 acre lake located near Bartow, WV in northern Pocahontas County in the Monongahela National Forest. Buffalo Lake offers east access to a peaceful fishing and paddling experience with only electric trolling motors permitted on the concrete boat ramp. Limited…
Buffalo Lake is a 22 acre lake located near Bartow, WV in northern Pocahontas County in the Monongahela National Forest. Buffalo Lake offers east access to a peaceful fishing and paddling experience with only electric trolling motors permitted on the concrete boat ramp. Limited…
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park
See DescriptionCass Scenic Railroad State Park now offers bike rentals. Whether you’re looking to bike around the historic logging town, hit the Greenbrier River Trail State Park, or take your wheels up Route 66 to ride the Snowshoe Highlands Silver Designated IMBA Ride Center, Cass Scenic Rail…
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park now offers bike rentals. Whether you’re looking to bike around the historic logging town, hit the Greenbrier River Trail State Park, or take your wheels up Route 66 to ride the Snowshoe Highlands Silver Designated IMBA Ride Center, Cass Scenic Rail…
Edray State Trout Hatchery
See DescriptionExcerpt from The Pocahontas Times newspaper: The story of the Edray Fish Hatchery – one of the most successful hatcheries in West Virginia – starts with our pristine spring water. All seven of West Virginia’s cold water hatcheries are located at high elevation, along a…
Excerpt from The Pocahontas Times newspaper: The story of the Edray Fish Hatchery – one of the most successful hatcheries in West Virginia – starts with our pristine spring water. All seven of West Virginia’s cold water hatcheries are located at high elevation, along a…
Greenbrier River Trail State Park
See DescriptionAs you take on the 78 mile Greenbrier River Trail State Park, enjoy plenty of camping shelters and spaces to pitch a tent for that overnight trip. Restrooms and water at each campsite. …
As you take on the 78 mile Greenbrier River Trail State Park, enjoy plenty of camping shelters and spaces to pitch a tent for that overnight trip. Restrooms and water at each campsite. …
Handley Wildlife Management Area
See DescriptionLocated on 784 acres near the Williams River in the Monongahela National Forest, Handley Wildlife Management Area provides campers with 13 tent or trailer sites, restroom facilities and drinking water. From March to May, Handley Pond accommodates fishing for Class Q anglers an…
Located on 784 acres near the Williams River in the Monongahela National Forest, Handley Wildlife Management Area provides campers with 13 tent or trailer sites, restroom facilities and drinking water. From March to May, Handley Pond accommodates fishing for Class Q anglers an…
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