Travel Guide for Bass Fishing in West Virginia

Posted by admin on August 5th, 2011 filed in Uncategorized

West Virginia is home to some of the top bass fishing spots in the United States with one of the favored locations being Stonewall Jackson Lake. This lake developed under the auspices of the Army Corps of Engineers boasts the preservation of the natural habitat for optimal growth and development of large mouth bass. Even though Stonewall Jackson Lake, which opened in 1989, has a catch and release only restriction, the average catch of a 4-6lb bass affords great fishing stories for anglers.

Along the Kanawha River, dams in the London, Marmat and Winfield area, created by the Army Corps of Engineers are known to attract large schools of bass to heavily visited feeding areas. Steel piers provide top-notch fishing access. This area is known for hybrid stripped bass averaging 3-7 pounds.

Woodrum Lake in the Ripley, West Virginia area is known for its clear water and narrow creek bed. This lake was developed and enhanced under the auspices of the US Soil Conservation Service.

New River Gorge is a mecca or small mouth bass enthusiasts. Highly qualified guides are available to ply the waters while offering a wealth of bass fishing tips. This area participates in the catch-release program.