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FISHING – Boating and Water Safety
LANDOWNER – ANGLER RELATIONSWest Virginia anglers are indebted to local landowners throughout the state. Without their consent and generosity, fishing would be restricted to state and federal lands. The opportunity for continued use of private property is largely dependent upon anglers’ attitudes and conduct. Most stream closures are the result of disrespect for private property. Do not leave fishing line, bait containers or other trash.
STREAM LITTER LAWIt is illegal to throw litter, a fish or animal carcass, or other unsightly matter into a water body or on land within 100 yards of water, or in a location where high water would wash the matter into a water body.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
See the West Virginia Fishing Regulations booklet for:• Reciprocal fishing agreement on Ohio River
• Fish consumption advisories
• Sport fish identification
OnlineFor more detailed information on individual access sites, go online to www.mapwv.gov/huntfish/.
District 1
www.wvdnr.gov
District 1
Fishing GuideA guide to public fishing and boating access sites, and trout-stocked waters
BOATING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTAnyone born after December 31, 1986, must successfully complete an approved boating education course before operating a motorboat. The course is available on the DNR website at wvdnr.gov/lenforce/boating.shtm.
WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETPersonal flotation devices are not just for wearing in boats and not just for those who can’t swim. Make sure the PFD is in good condition and fits properly. Youth under 12 years old must wear a PFD if they are on deck or in a canoe while the vessel is moving. A boat cushion is not a wearable PFD.
WADINGThere are several rules you should follow for safe wading.
• Wade with a fishing buddy.
• Wear your PFD.
• Find out whether the bottom is rocky or muddy.
• Shuffle your feet or probe with a stick along the bottom to avoid holes.
• Study how swiftly the water is moving.
• Wear appropriate foot wear (considering water temperature and bottom substrate).
PERSON IN WATERReach-Throw-Row-Go is a method of rescuing a person who is in trouble in water.
If the person is close to you, REACH out with a long object such as an oar or tree limb to pull the person into shore or the boat.
If you can’t reach the person, then THROW them a life-saving device. If possible, it should be tied to the end of a line so you can pull the person to you. An inflatable ball or foam cooler can be used if the proper device is not available.
If there is nothing to throw, ROW a boat to the person in trouble. The person should be pulled in over the stern, or back, of the boat if possible to prevent the boat from tipping over. If the boat has a motor, it must be shut off before you get to the person in the water.
GO (swim) to the person ONLY as a last resort and only if you have had life-saving training. People who are drowning often panic and injure or drown someone trying to rescue them.
FISHING IN COLD WEATHERHypothermia is a life-threatening condition in which your body loses heat faster than it can produce it. A common misconception is that the air or water temperature must be below freezing before you can become hypothermic. Any water colder than 70 degrees can cause hypothermia. Symptoms include uncontrollable shivering, fumbling hands, slow speech, confusion and exhaustion. Emergency treatment: get the victim out of the cold, give warm drinks, keep the person awake, remove all wet clothing and get the victim into dry clothes.
To stay warm, wear several layers of clothing. Air trapped between the layers serves as insulation.
A wool hat prevents heat loss from your head. Fleece, polypropylene or wool clothes will stay warm when wet. Cotton clothes will not keep you warm when wet and should not be worn on a canoe trip. Neoprene waders are good cold-weather gear.
CodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............Period
QOne ....................................1st week of MarchBW
One .........................................................FebruaryCRVaries .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................JanuaryMOne each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two .........................................................FebruaryMJOne each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................January
One each week ..........................March-MayYOne ...................................................................April
One ...............................................................March XAfter April 1 or area is open to publicFOnce/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
I.D.Lake or Pond: CountyAcresTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
L1Bear Rock: Ohio16Pier/Walkway LotBW-Q: 3 miles east of I-70 Exit 10 on CR 41/6 off CR 41/3.
L2Big Run: Marion7Pull offY: 6 miles north of Mannington on CR 250/4 off U.S. 250.
L5Castleman Run: Brooke/Ohio22Trail LotBW: 4.5 miles south of Bethany on CR 32 off SR 67.
L9Coopers Rock: Monongalia6Pier LotBW-F: Coopers Rock State Forest at I-68 Exit 15.
L10Curtisville: Marion30Pier LotMJ: 6.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 7 off CR 1.
L13Dog Run: Harrison15LotM: 1 mile north of Salem on CR 50/1 off U. S. 50.
L14Dunkard Fork: Marshall49Pier LotM: 12 miles south of I-70 Exit 10 near Majorsville.
L16Huey Run: Marion8Pull-offBA: 4.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 36 off CR 1.
L18Middle Wheeling Creek: Ohio30LotBW: 9 miles east of Wheeling on CR 39 off U.S. 40.
L19Mill Creek: Barbour8Pier LotM: 2 miles east of Belington on CR 15.
L20Newburg: Preston5Pull-offM: 1 mile southeast of Newburg on CR 64 off SR 92.
L24Teter Creek: Barbour35Dock/Trail LotBW-F: 10 miles north of Belington on CR 9 off SR 92.
L25Thomas Park: Tucker8Pier/TrailLotM: under the U.S. 219 Bridge at Thomas.
L26Tomlinson Run: Hancock30Pull-offMJ: Tomlinson Run State Park on CR 8 off SR 2.
L32Westover Park: Monongalia1.5Pier LotQ: Westover Park northeast of U.S. 19 at I-79 Exit 152.
FISHING – Float Trips TROUT STOCKING – Lakes and PondsANGLERS ALERT
Spread of Unwanted OrganismsMoving live fish or other aquatic animals and plants from one body of water to another can cause long-term damage to the ecological stability of lakes and streams and can threaten recreational fishing. Please take these precautions to prevent problems.
• do not move fish from one body of water to another
• drain live wells thoroughly before leaving an access area
• do not release live baitfish or aquarium fish into West Virginia’s waters
• remove all visible plants and animals from your boat, motor, trailer, nets and all fishing gear before leaving an access area
Fishing and Boating Access Sites Public boating and fishing access facilities shall be used solely for the purpose of launching and retrieving watercraft or fishing from the shore. No other use of the access sites is allowed.
After launching, vehicles shall be parked in available parking spaces.
Any law enforcement officer acting under proper authority may prohibit an individual from launching a watercraft from any public boating and fishing access site.
The following are prohibited at fishing and boating access sites:• consumption of alcoholic beverages or possession of
an open container of alcoholic beverages
• swimming or bathing
• camping
• open fires
• trash disposal except where trash receptacles are provided
• discharge of firearms, fireworks or explosives
• leaving unattended watercraft
• commercial use except as authorized by the DNR director
• parking of any vehicle or the mooring of any watercraft in such a manner as to obstruct any avenue of ingress or egress, except for the purpose of launching
CHEAT RIVER WATER TRAILFrom To MilesParsons Black Fork ........................Holly Meadows Bridge .................3.1
Holly Meadows Bridge ................St. George Bridge ...........................8.1
St. George Bridge ..........................Hannahsville Ford ..........................8.4
Hannahsville Ford .........................Riverview Lounge .......................12.3
Riverview Lounge .........................Rowlesburg City Park ....................3.3
BLACKWATER RIVER (Little Canaan WMA)
From To MilesCamp 70 Foot Bridge ...................Pipeline ..............................................2.8
WEST FORK RIVERFrom To MilesWorthington City Park.................Monongah ........................................5.0
TYGART RIVERFrom To MilesPhilippi Covered Bridge ..............Meriden Mine Ramp ......................3.0
Tygart Dam Tailwater ...................Camp Towles ....................................7.3
Check current river and lake levels on the stream flow information (USGS) heading on the fishing home page of the DNR website.
CodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............Period
QOne ....................................1st week of MarchBW
One .........................................................FebruaryCRVaries .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................JanuaryMOne each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two .........................................................FebruaryMJOne each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................January
One each week ..........................March-MayYOne ...................................................................April
One ...............................................................March XAfter April 1 or area is open to publicFOnce/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Big Sandy Creek: PrestonBW: from Bruceton Mills upstream to Clifton Mills along CR 8; also at CR 4/2 State Line Bridge near the Pennsylvania state line.
Blackwater River: TuckerW-F: from Davis upstream 4 miles along the Camp 70 Road; also a 3-mile section at the SR 32 bridge.
Blackwater River (C&R): TuckerW-F: From CR 29/1 bridge in Blackwater Falls State Park downstream 3.5 miles to North Fork of Blackwater River.
Buffalo Creek: BrookeBW: from Bethany upstream 3 miles along SR 67 to the Pennsylvania state line; also 0.5 mile along CR 32 at Bethany.
Clover Run: TuckerM: from CR 21 bridge 1.5 miles south of St. George upstream 4 miles to CR 23 bridge at mouth of Valley Fork.
Dry Fork: TuckerBW: Upper: from Old Mill below Harman downstream to mouth of Red Creek; Middle: from CR 45 bridge at Jenningston downstream to Gladwin; Lower: from Elk Lick Run along CR 26 and 43/12 to mouth of Red Run.
Horseshoe Run: TuckerBW: from the mouth of Mikes Run upstream 6.2 miles along CR 7 to Shafer.
Kings Creek: HancockM: from the Pennsylvania state line downstream 4.5 miles along CR 11.
Middle Wheeling Creek (C&R): OhioCR: from the mouth of Gillespie Run downstream 1 mile along CR 39/6.
North Fork of Fishing Creek: WetzelM: from Pine Grove upstream 1 mile along CR 15.
Paw Paw Creek: MarionBW: from Rivesville upstream 8 miles to Basnettville along CR 17.
Red Creek: TuckerBW: From Lanesville downstream 2.5 miles along CR 45.
Rhine Creek: PrestonM: from northeast corner of Cathedral State Park downstream 2.2 miles to the rock quarry along CR 53/4.
South Fork of Fishing Creek: WetzelM: from Hastings upstream 4 miles to Jacksonburg along SR 20.
Tomlinson Run: HancockM: from 1 mile above the Ohio River at the lower Tomlinson Run State Park boundary upstream through the park and above the lake to the upper park boundary.
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Tygart Lake (Tailwaters) Tygart Valley River: TaylorM-F: below Tygart Dam in Grafton City Park.
Wheeling Creek: Marshall and OhioBW: Lower – from Wheeling Hospital upstream to I-470; Middle – from Ohio County line upstream along CR 5 to 1 mile below Burches Run Lake; Upper – from Pennsylvania line 3 miles downstream along CR 15 and 15/1 to mouth of Wolf Run.
Whiteday Creek: Marion and MonongaliaBW: Lower – from 0.5 mile above CR 73 bridge upstream for 2 miles along CR 73/1; Upper – from CR 79/12 bridge upstream 1 mile to 0.25 mile below the CR 33/7 bridge.
TROUT STOCKING – Rivers and Streams
Shavers Fork River
Teter Creek Lake
FINDING YOUR WAY IN WEST VIRGINIAThe following maps and guide contain valuable information for locating access sites and describing river reaches.
• West Virginia Atlas and Gazetteer• West Virginia Dept. of Highways County Maps• A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to West Virginia• Corps of Engineers Navigation Charts for the
Monongahela and Ohio rivers are available online at: www.lrp.usace.army.mil/nav/nav_Charts.htm
Wildlife Resources Section – District 1 West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 99 • Farmington, WV 26571
304.825.6787 • fax: 304.825.6270 www.wvdnr.gov
Money used to buy and develop stream and lake access sites comes from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, including the conservation stamp. Federal funds used for these projects come from taxes paid by anglers when they buy fishing equipment or gasoline for their boats in compliance with
the Sport Fish Restoration Act.
It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status. 10M 7/14
Explore West Virginia’s Public Fishing Areas OnlineScan the QR code to access DNR’s database of public fishing areas throughout the state.
BUYING A LICENSECall 304-558-2758, visit a local license agent, or go online at www.wvfish.com.
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERSReport Stream Pollution or Fish Kills 800-642-3074 Trout Stocking Hotline 304-558-3399 Eagle and Osprey Sightings 304-637-0245
REPORTING BOATING, FISHING, AND HUNTING VIOLATIONSIn Progress – dial 911
Not in Progress – call DNR District Law Enforcement Office during normal operating hours.
1. Observe and write down all of the information concerning the violation.
2. Don’t confront violator.
3. Contact a local DNR Natural Resources Police Officer or report the violation online at www.wvdnr.gov/LEnforce/Poachers.shtm as soon as possible.
Get involved in protecting your sport; be willing to testify in court.
FISHING – Boating and Water Safety
LANDOWNER – ANGLER RELATIONSWest Virginia anglers are indebted to local landowners throughout the state. Without their consent and generosity, fishing would be restricted to state and federal lands. The opportunity for continued use of private property is largely dependent upon anglers’ attitudes and conduct. Most stream closures are the result of disrespect for private property. Do not leave fishing line, bait containers or other trash.
STREAM LITTER LAWIt is illegal to throw litter, a fish or animal carcass, or other unsightly matter into a water body or on land within 100 yards of water, or in a location where high water would wash the matter into a water body.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
See the West Virginia Fishing Regulations booklet for:• Reciprocal fishing agreement on Ohio River
• Fish consumption advisories
• Sport fish identification
OnlineFor more detailed information on individual access sites, go online to www.mapwv.gov/huntfish/.
District 1
www.wvdnr.gov
District 1
Fishing GuideA guide to public fishing and boating access sites, and trout-stocked waters
BOATING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTAnyone born after December 31, 1986, must successfully complete an approved boating education course before operating a motorboat. The course is available on the DNR website at wvdnr.gov/lenforce/boating.shtm.
WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETPersonal flotation devices are not just for wearing in boats and not just for those who can’t swim. Make sure the PFD is in good condition and fits properly. Youth under 12 years old must wear a PFD if they are on deck or in a canoe while the vessel is moving. A boat cushion is not a wearable PFD.
WADINGThere are several rules you should follow for safe wading.
• Wade with a fishing buddy.
• Wear your PFD.
• Find out whether the bottom is rocky or muddy.
• Shuffle your feet or probe with a stick along the bottom to avoid holes.
• Study how swiftly the water is moving.
• Wear appropriate foot wear (considering water temperature and bottom substrate).
PERSON IN WATERReach-Throw-Row-Go is a method of rescuing a person who is in trouble in water.
If the person is close to you, REACH out with a long object such as an oar or tree limb to pull the person into shore or the boat.
If you can’t reach the person, then THROW them a life-saving device. If possible, it should be tied to the end of a line so you can pull the person to you. An inflatable ball or foam cooler can be used if the proper device is not available.
If there is nothing to throw, ROW a boat to the person in trouble. The person should be pulled in over the stern, or back, of the boat if possible to prevent the boat from tipping over. If the boat has a motor, it must be shut off before you get to the person in the water.
GO (swim) to the person ONLY as a last resort and only if you have had life-saving training. People who are drowning often panic and injure or drown someone trying to rescue them.
FISHING IN COLD WEATHERHypothermia is a life-threatening condition in which your body loses heat faster than it can produce it. A common misconception is that the air or water temperature must be below freezing before you can become hypothermic. Any water colder than 70 degrees can cause hypothermia. Symptoms include uncontrollable shivering, fumbling hands, slow speech, confusion and exhaustion. Emergency treatment: get the victim out of the cold, give warm drinks, keep the person awake, remove all wet clothing and get the victim into dry clothes.
To stay warm, wear several layers of clothing. Air trapped between the layers serves as insulation.
A wool hat prevents heat loss from your head. Fleece, polypropylene or wool clothes will stay warm when wet. Cotton clothes will not keep you warm when wet and should not be worn on a canoe trip. Neoprene waders are good cold-weather gear.
CodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............Period
QOne ....................................1st week of MarchBW
One .........................................................FebruaryCRVaries .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................JanuaryMOne each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two .........................................................FebruaryMJOne each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................January
One each week ..........................March-MayYOne ...................................................................April
One ...............................................................March XAfter April 1 or area is open to publicFOnce/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
I.D.Lake or Pond: CountyAcresTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
L1Bear Rock: Ohio16Pier/Walkway LotBW-Q: 3 miles east of I-70 Exit 10 on CR 41/6 off CR 41/3.
L2Big Run: Marion7Pull offY: 6 miles north of Mannington on CR 250/4 off U.S. 250.
L5Castleman Run: Brooke/Ohio22Trail LotBW: 4.5 miles south of Bethany on CR 32 off SR 67.
L9Coopers Rock: Monongalia6Pier LotBW-F: Coopers Rock State Forest at I-68 Exit 15.
L10Curtisville: Marion30Pier LotMJ: 6.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 7 off CR 1.
L13Dog Run: Harrison15LotM: 1 mile north of Salem on CR 50/1 off U. S. 50.
L14Dunkard Fork: Marshall49Pier LotM: 12 miles south of I-70 Exit 10 near Majorsville.
L16Huey Run: Marion8Pull-offBA: 4.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 36 off CR 1.
L18Middle Wheeling Creek: Ohio30LotBW: 9 miles east of Wheeling on CR 39 off U.S. 40.
L19Mill Creek: Barbour8Pier LotM: 2 miles east of Belington on CR 15.
L20Newburg: Preston5Pull-offM: 1 mile southeast of Newburg on CR 64 off SR 92.
L24Teter Creek: Barbour35Dock/Trail LotBW-F: 10 miles north of Belington on CR 9 off SR 92.
L25Thomas Park: Tucker8Pier/TrailLotM: under the U.S. 219 Bridge at Thomas.
L26Tomlinson Run: Hancock30Pull-offMJ: Tomlinson Run State Park on CR 8 off SR 2.
L32Westover Park: Monongalia1.5Pier LotQ: Westover Park northeast of U.S. 19 at I-79 Exit 152.
FISHING – Float Trips TROUT STOCKING – Lakes and PondsANGLERS ALERT
Spread of Unwanted OrganismsMoving live fish or other aquatic animals and plants from one body of water to another can cause long-term damage to the ecological stability of lakes and streams and can threaten recreational fishing. Please take these precautions to prevent problems.
• do not move fish from one body of water to another
• drain live wells thoroughly before leaving an access area
• do not release live baitfish or aquarium fish into West Virginia’s waters
• remove all visible plants and animals from your boat, motor, trailer, nets and all fishing gear before leaving an access area
Fishing and Boating Access Sites Public boating and fishing access facilities shall be used solely for the purpose of launching and retrieving watercraft or fishing from the shore. No other use of the access sites is allowed.
After launching, vehicles shall be parked in available parking spaces.
Any law enforcement officer acting under proper authority may prohibit an individual from launching a watercraft from any public boating and fishing access site.
The following are prohibited at fishing and boating access sites:• consumption of alcoholic beverages or possession of
an open container of alcoholic beverages
• swimming or bathing
• camping
• open fires
• trash disposal except where trash receptacles are provided
• discharge of firearms, fireworks or explosives
• leaving unattended watercraft
• commercial use except as authorized by the DNR director
• parking of any vehicle or the mooring of any watercraft in such a manner as to obstruct any avenue of ingress or egress, except for the purpose of launching
CHEAT RIVER WATER TRAILFrom To MilesParsons Black Fork ........................Holly Meadows Bridge .................3.1
Holly Meadows Bridge ................St. George Bridge ...........................8.1
St. George Bridge ..........................Hannahsville Ford ..........................8.4
Hannahsville Ford .........................Riverview Lounge .......................12.3
Riverview Lounge .........................Rowlesburg City Park ....................3.3
BLACKWATER RIVER (Little Canaan WMA)
From To MilesCamp 70 Foot Bridge ...................Pipeline ..............................................2.8
WEST FORK RIVERFrom To MilesWorthington City Park.................Monongah ........................................5.0
TYGART RIVERFrom To MilesPhilippi Covered Bridge ..............Meriden Mine Ramp ......................3.0
Tygart Dam Tailwater ...................Camp Towles ....................................7.3
Check current river and lake levels on the stream flow information (USGS) heading on the fishing home page of the DNR website.
CodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............Period
QOne ....................................1st week of MarchBW
One .........................................................FebruaryCRVaries .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................JanuaryMOne each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two .........................................................FebruaryMJOne each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................January
One each week ..........................March-MayYOne ...................................................................April
One ...............................................................March XAfter April 1 or area is open to publicFOnce/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Big Sandy Creek: PrestonBW: from Bruceton Mills upstream to Clifton Mills along CR 8; also at CR 4/2 State Line Bridge near the Pennsylvania state line.
Blackwater River: TuckerW-F: from Davis upstream 4 miles along the Camp 70 Road; also a 3-mile section at the SR 32 bridge.
Blackwater River (C&R): TuckerW-F: From CR 29/1 bridge in Blackwater Falls State Park downstream 3.5 miles to North Fork of Blackwater River.
Buffalo Creek: BrookeBW: from Bethany upstream 3 miles along SR 67 to the Pennsylvania state line; also 0.5 mile along CR 32 at Bethany.
Clover Run: TuckerM: from CR 21 bridge 1.5 miles south of St. George upstream 4 miles to CR 23 bridge at mouth of Valley Fork.
Dry Fork: TuckerBW: Upper: from Old Mill below Harman downstream to mouth of Red Creek; Middle: from CR 45 bridge at Jenningston downstream to Gladwin; Lower: from Elk Lick Run along CR 26 and 43/12 to mouth of Red Run.
Horseshoe Run: TuckerBW: from the mouth of Mikes Run upstream 6.2 miles along CR 7 to Shafer.
Kings Creek: HancockM: from the Pennsylvania state line downstream 4.5 miles along CR 11.
Middle Wheeling Creek (C&R): OhioCR: from the mouth of Gillespie Run downstream 1 mile along CR 39/6.
North Fork of Fishing Creek: WetzelM: from Pine Grove upstream 1 mile along CR 15.
Paw Paw Creek: MarionBW: from Rivesville upstream 8 miles to Basnettville along CR 17.
Red Creek: TuckerBW: From Lanesville downstream 2.5 miles along CR 45.
Rhine Creek: PrestonM: from northeast corner of Cathedral State Park downstream 2.2 miles to the rock quarry along CR 53/4.
South Fork of Fishing Creek: WetzelM: from Hastings upstream 4 miles to Jacksonburg along SR 20.
Tomlinson Run: HancockM: from 1 mile above the Ohio River at the lower Tomlinson Run State Park boundary upstream through the park and above the lake to the upper park boundary.
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Tygart Lake (Tailwaters) Tygart Valley River: TaylorM-F: below Tygart Dam in Grafton City Park.
Wheeling Creek: Marshall and OhioBW: Lower – from Wheeling Hospital upstream to I-470; Middle – from Ohio County line upstream along CR 5 to 1 mile below Burches Run Lake; Upper – from Pennsylvania line 3 miles downstream along CR 15 and 15/1 to mouth of Wolf Run.
Whiteday Creek: Marion and MonongaliaBW: Lower – from 0.5 mile above CR 73 bridge upstream for 2 miles along CR 73/1; Upper – from CR 79/12 bridge upstream 1 mile to 0.25 mile below the CR 33/7 bridge.
TROUT STOCKING – Rivers and Streams
Shavers Fork River
Teter Creek Lake
FINDING YOUR WAY IN WEST VIRGINIAThe following maps and guide contain valuable information for locating access sites and describing river reaches.
• West Virginia Atlas and Gazetteer• West Virginia Dept. of Highways County Maps• A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to West Virginia• Corps of Engineers Navigation Charts for the
Monongahela and Ohio rivers are available online at: www.lrp.usace.army.mil/nav/nav_Charts.htm
Wildlife Resources Section – District 1 West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 99 • Farmington, WV 26571
304.825.6787 • fax: 304.825.6270 www.wvdnr.gov
Money used to buy and develop stream and lake access sites comes from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, including the conservation stamp. Federal funds used for these projects come from taxes paid by anglers when they buy fishing equipment or gasoline for their boats in compliance with
the Sport Fish Restoration Act.
It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status. 10M 7/14
Explore West Virginia’s Public Fishing Areas OnlineScan the QR code to access DNR’s database of public fishing areas throughout the state.
BUYING A LICENSECall 304-558-2758, visit a local license agent, or go online at www.wvfish.com.
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERSReport Stream Pollution or Fish Kills 800-642-3074 Trout Stocking Hotline 304-558-3399 Eagle and Osprey Sightings 304-637-0245
REPORTING BOATING, FISHING, AND HUNTING VIOLATIONSIn Progress – dial 911
Not in Progress – call DNR District Law Enforcement Office during normal operating hours.
1. Observe and write down all of the information concerning the violation.
2. Don’t confront violator.
3. Contact a local DNR Natural Resources Police Officer or report the violation online at www.wvdnr.gov/LEnforce/Poachers.shtm as soon as possible.
Get involved in protecting your sport; be willing to testify in court.
FISHING – Boating and Water Safety
LANDOWNER – ANGLER RELATIONSWest Virginia anglers are indebted to local landowners throughout the state. Without their consent and generosity, fishing would be restricted to state and federal lands. The opportunity for continued use of private property is largely dependent upon anglers’ attitudes and conduct. Most stream closures are the result of disrespect for private property. Do not leave fishing line, bait containers or other trash.
STREAM LITTER LAWIt is illegal to throw litter, a fish or animal carcass, or other unsightly matter into a water body or on land within 100 yards of water, or in a location where high water would wash the matter into a water body.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
See the West Virginia Fishing Regulations booklet for:• Reciprocal fishing agreement on Ohio River
• Fish consumption advisories
• Sport fish identification
OnlineFor more detailed information on individual access sites, go online to www.mapwv.gov/huntfish/.
District 1
www.wvdnr.gov
District 1
Fishing GuideA guide to public fishing and boating access sites, and trout-stocked waters
BOATING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTAnyone born after December 31, 1986, must successfully complete an approved boating education course before operating a motorboat. The course is available on the DNR website at wvdnr.gov/lenforce/boating.shtm.
WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETPersonal flotation devices are not just for wearing in boats and not just for those who can’t swim. Make sure the PFD is in good condition and fits properly. Youth under 12 years old must wear a PFD if they are on deck or in a canoe while the vessel is moving. A boat cushion is not a wearable PFD.
WADINGThere are several rules you should follow for safe wading.
• Wade with a fishing buddy.
• Wear your PFD.
• Find out whether the bottom is rocky or muddy.
• Shuffle your feet or probe with a stick along the bottom to avoid holes.
• Study how swiftly the water is moving.
• Wear appropriate foot wear (considering water temperature and bottom substrate).
PERSON IN WATERReach-Throw-Row-Go is a method of rescuing a person who is in trouble in water.
If the person is close to you, REACH out with a long object such as an oar or tree limb to pull the person into shore or the boat.
If you can’t reach the person, then THROW them a life-saving device. If possible, it should be tied to the end of a line so you can pull the person to you. An inflatable ball or foam cooler can be used if the proper device is not available.
If there is nothing to throw, ROW a boat to the person in trouble. The person should be pulled in over the stern, or back, of the boat if possible to prevent the boat from tipping over. If the boat has a motor, it must be shut off before you get to the person in the water.
GO (swim) to the person ONLY as a last resort and only if you have had life-saving training. People who are drowning often panic and injure or drown someone trying to rescue them.
FISHING IN COLD WEATHERHypothermia is a life-threatening condition in which your body loses heat faster than it can produce it. A common misconception is that the air or water temperature must be below freezing before you can become hypothermic. Any water colder than 70 degrees can cause hypothermia. Symptoms include uncontrollable shivering, fumbling hands, slow speech, confusion and exhaustion. Emergency treatment: get the victim out of the cold, give warm drinks, keep the person awake, remove all wet clothing and get the victim into dry clothes.
To stay warm, wear several layers of clothing. Air trapped between the layers serves as insulation.
A wool hat prevents heat loss from your head. Fleece, polypropylene or wool clothes will stay warm when wet. Cotton clothes will not keep you warm when wet and should not be worn on a canoe trip. Neoprene waders are good cold-weather gear.
Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period
Q One .................................... 1st week of MarchBW
One ......................................................... February CR Varies .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................ January M One each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two ......................................................... February MJ One each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................ January
One each week ..........................March-May Y One ...................................................................April
One ............................................................... MarchX After April 1 or area is open to public F Once/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
I.D. Lake or Pond: County AcresTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
L1 Bear Rock: Ohio 16 Pier/Walkway Lot BW-Q: 3 miles east of I-70 Exit 10 on CR 41/6 off CR 41/3.
L2 Big Run: Marion 7 Pull off Y: 6 miles north of Mannington on CR 250/4 off U.S. 250.
L5 Castleman Run: Brooke/Ohio 22 Trail Lot BW: 4.5 miles south of Bethany on CR 32 off SR 67.
L9 Coopers Rock: Monongalia 6 Pier Lot BW-F: Coopers Rock State Forest at I-68 Exit 15.
L10 Curtisville: Marion 30 Pier Lot MJ: 6.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 7 off CR 1.
L13 Dog Run: Harrison 15 Lot M: 1 mile north of Salem on CR 50/1 off U. S. 50.
L14 Dunkard Fork: Marshall 49 Pier Lot M: 12 miles south of I-70 Exit 10 near Majorsville.
L16 Huey Run: Marion 8 Pull-off BA: 4.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 36 off CR 1.
L18 Middle Wheeling Creek: Ohio 30 Lot BW: 9 miles east of Wheeling on CR 39 off U.S. 40.
L19 Mill Creek: Barbour 8 Pier Lot M: 2 miles east of Belington on CR 15.
L20 Newburg: Preston 5 Pull-off M: 1 mile southeast of Newburg on CR 64 off SR 92.
L24 Teter Creek: Barbour 35 Dock/Trail Lot BW-F: 10 miles north of Belington on CR 9 off SR 92.
L25 Thomas Park: Tucker 8 Pier/Trail Lot M: under the U.S. 219 Bridge at Thomas.
L26 Tomlinson Run: Hancock 30 Pull-off MJ: Tomlinson Run State Park on CR 8 off SR 2.
L32 Westover Park: Monongalia 1.5 Pier Lot Q: Westover Park northeast of U.S. 19 at I-79 Exit 152.
FISHING – Float Trips TROUT STOCKING – Lakes and PondsANGLERS ALERT
Spread of Unwanted OrganismsMoving live fish or other aquatic animals and plants from one body of water to another can cause long-term damage to the ecological stability of lakes and streams and can threaten recreational fishing. Please take these precautions to prevent problems.
• do not move fish from one body of water to another
• drain live wells thoroughly before leaving an access area
• do not release live baitfish or aquarium fish into West Virginia’s waters
• remove all visible plants and animals from your boat, motor, trailer, nets and all fishing gear before leaving an access area
Fishing and Boating Access Sites Public boating and fishing access facilities shall be used solely for the purpose of launching and retrieving watercraft or fishing from the shore. No other use of the access sites is allowed.
After launching, vehicles shall be parked in available parking spaces.
Any law enforcement officer acting under proper authority may prohibit an individual from launching a watercraft from any public boating and fishing access site.
The following are prohibited at fishing and boating access sites:• consumption of alcoholic beverages or possession of
an open container of alcoholic beverages
• swimming or bathing
• camping
• open fires
• trash disposal except where trash receptacles are provided
• discharge of firearms, fireworks or explosives
• leaving unattended watercraft
• commercial use except as authorized by the DNR director
• parking of any vehicle or the mooring of any watercraft in such a manner as to obstruct any avenue of ingress or egress, except for the purpose of launching
CHEAT RIVER WATER TRAILFrom To MilesParsons Black Fork ........................ Holly Meadows Bridge .................3.1
Holly Meadows Bridge ................ St. George Bridge ...........................8.1
St. George Bridge .......................... Hannahsville Ford ..........................8.4
Hannahsville Ford ......................... Riverview Lounge ....................... 12.3
Riverview Lounge ......................... Rowlesburg City Park ....................3.3
BLACKWATER RIVER (Little Canaan WMA)
From To MilesCamp 70 Foot Bridge ................... Pipeline ..............................................2.8
WEST FORK RIVERFrom To MilesWorthington City Park................. Monongah ........................................5.0
TYGART RIVERFrom To MilesPhilippi Covered Bridge .............. Meriden Mine Ramp ......................3.0
Tygart Dam Tailwater ................... Camp Towles ....................................7.3
Check current river and lake levels on the stream flow information (USGS) heading on the fishing home page of the DNR website.
Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period
Q One .................................... 1st week of MarchBW
One ......................................................... February CR Varies .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................ January M One each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two ......................................................... February MJ One each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................ January
One each week ..........................March-May Y One ...................................................................April
One ............................................................... MarchX After April 1 or area is open to public F Once/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Big Sandy Creek: Preston BW: from Bruceton Mills upstream to Clifton Mills along CR 8; also at CR 4/2 State Line Bridge near the Pennsylvania state line.
Blackwater River: Tucker W-F: from Davis upstream 4 miles along the Camp 70 Road; also a 3-mile section at the SR 32 bridge.
Blackwater River (C&R): Tucker W-F: From CR 29/1 bridge in Blackwater Falls State Park downstream 3.5 miles to North Fork of Blackwater River.
Buffalo Creek: Brooke BW: from Bethany upstream 3 miles along SR 67 to the Pennsylvania state line; also 0.5 mile along CR 32 at Bethany.
Clover Run: Tucker M: from CR 21 bridge 1.5 miles south of St. George upstream 4 miles to CR 23 bridge at mouth of Valley Fork.
Dry Fork: TuckerBW: Upper: from Old Mill below Harman downstream to mouth of Red Creek; Middle: from CR 45 bridge at Jenningston downstream to Gladwin; Lower: from Elk Lick Run along CR 26 and 43/12 to mouth of Red Run.
Horseshoe Run: Tucker BW: from the mouth of Mikes Run upstream 6.2 miles along CR 7 to Shafer.
Kings Creek: Hancock M: from the Pennsylvania state line downstream 4.5 miles along CR 11.
Middle Wheeling Creek (C&R): Ohio CR: from the mouth of Gillespie Run downstream 1 mile along CR 39/6.
North Fork of Fishing Creek: Wetzel M: from Pine Grove upstream 1 mile along CR 15.
Paw Paw Creek: Marion BW: from Rivesville upstream 8 miles to Basnettville along CR 17.
Red Creek: Tucker BW: From Lanesville downstream 2.5 miles along CR 45.
Rhine Creek: Preston M: from northeast corner of Cathedral State Park downstream 2.2 miles to the rock quarry along CR 53/4.
South Fork of Fishing Creek: Wetzel M: from Hastings upstream 4 miles to Jacksonburg along SR 20.
Tomlinson Run: Hancock M: from 1 mile above the Ohio River at the lower Tomlinson Run State Park boundary upstream through the park and above the lake to the upper park boundary.
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Tygart Lake (Tailwaters) Tygart Valley River: Taylor M-F: below Tygart Dam in Grafton City Park.
Wheeling Creek: Marshall and OhioBW: Lower – from Wheeling Hospital upstream to I-470; Middle – from Ohio County line upstream along CR 5 to 1 mile below Burches Run Lake; Upper – from Pennsylvania line 3 miles downstream along CR 15 and 15/1 to mouth of Wolf Run.
Whiteday Creek: Marion and Monongalia BW: Lower – from 0.5 mile above CR 73 bridge upstream for 2 miles along CR 73/1; Upper – from CR 79/12 bridge upstream 1 mile to 0.25 mile below the CR 33/7 bridge.
TROUT STOCKING – Rivers and Streams
Shavers Fork River
Teter Creek Lake
FINDING YOUR WAY IN WEST VIRGINIAThe following maps and guide contain valuable information for locating access sites and describing river reaches.
• West Virginia Atlas and Gazetteer• West Virginia Dept. of Highways County Maps• A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to West Virginia• Corps of Engineers Navigation Charts for the
Monongahela and Ohio rivers are available online at: www.lrp.usace.army.mil/nav/nav_Charts.htm
Wildlife Resources Section – District 1 West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 99 • Farmington, WV 26571
304.825.6787 • fax: 304.825.6270 www.wvdnr.gov
Money used to buy and develop stream and lake access sites comes from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, including the conservation stamp. Federal funds used for these projects come from taxes paid by anglers when they buy fishing equipment or gasoline for their boats in compliance with
the Sport Fish Restoration Act.
It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status. 10M 7/14
Explore West Virginia’s Public Fishing Areas OnlineScan the QR code to access DNR’s database of public fishing areas throughout the state.
BUYING A LICENSECall 304-558-2758, visit a local license agent, or go online at www.wvfish.com.
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERSReport Stream Pollution or Fish Kills 800-642-3074 Trout Stocking Hotline 304-558-3399 Eagle and Osprey Sightings 304-637-0245
REPORTING BOATING, FISHING, AND HUNTING VIOLATIONSIn Progress – dial 911
Not in Progress – call DNR District Law Enforcement Office during normal operating hours.
1. Observe and write down all of the information concerning the violation.
2. Don’t confront violator.
3. Contact a local DNR Natural Resources Police Officer or report the violation online at www.wvdnr.gov/LEnforce/Poachers.shtm as soon as possible.
Get involved in protecting your sport; be willing to testify in court.
FISHING – Boating and Water Safety
LANDOWNER – ANGLER RELATIONSWest Virginia anglers are indebted to local landowners throughout the state. Without their consent and generosity, fishing would be restricted to state and federal lands. The opportunity for continued use of private property is largely dependent upon anglers’ attitudes and conduct. Most stream closures are the result of disrespect for private property. Do not leave fishing line, bait containers or other trash.
STREAM LITTER LAWIt is illegal to throw litter, a fish or animal carcass, or other unsightly matter into a water body or on land within 100 yards of water, or in a location where high water would wash the matter into a water body.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
See the West Virginia Fishing Regulations booklet for:• Reciprocal fishing agreement on Ohio River
• Fish consumption advisories
• Sport fish identification
OnlineFor more detailed information on individual access sites, go online to www.mapwv.gov/huntfish/.
District 1
www.wvdnr.gov
District 1
Fishing GuideA guide to public fishing and boating access sites, and trout-stocked waters
BOATING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTAnyone born after December 31, 1986, must successfully complete an approved boating education course before operating a motorboat. The course is available on the DNR website at wvdnr.gov/lenforce/boating.shtm.
WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETPersonal flotation devices are not just for wearing in boats and not just for those who can’t swim. Make sure the PFD is in good condition and fits properly. Youth under 12 years old must wear a PFD if they are on deck or in a canoe while the vessel is moving. A boat cushion is not a wearable PFD.
WADINGThere are several rules you should follow for safe wading.
• Wade with a fishing buddy.
• Wear your PFD.
• Find out whether the bottom is rocky or muddy.
• Shuffle your feet or probe with a stick along the bottom to avoid holes.
• Study how swiftly the water is moving.
• Wear appropriate foot wear (considering water temperature and bottom substrate).
PERSON IN WATERReach-Throw-Row-Go is a method of rescuing a person who is in trouble in water.
If the person is close to you, REACH out with a long object such as an oar or tree limb to pull the person into shore or the boat.
If you can’t reach the person, then THROW them a life-saving device. If possible, it should be tied to the end of a line so you can pull the person to you. An inflatable ball or foam cooler can be used if the proper device is not available.
If there is nothing to throw, ROW a boat to the person in trouble. The person should be pulled in over the stern, or back, of the boat if possible to prevent the boat from tipping over. If the boat has a motor, it must be shut off before you get to the person in the water.
GO (swim) to the person ONLY as a last resort and only if you have had life-saving training. People who are drowning often panic and injure or drown someone trying to rescue them.
FISHING IN COLD WEATHERHypothermia is a life-threatening condition in which your body loses heat faster than it can produce it. A common misconception is that the air or water temperature must be below freezing before you can become hypothermic. Any water colder than 70 degrees can cause hypothermia. Symptoms include uncontrollable shivering, fumbling hands, slow speech, confusion and exhaustion. Emergency treatment: get the victim out of the cold, give warm drinks, keep the person awake, remove all wet clothing and get the victim into dry clothes.
To stay warm, wear several layers of clothing. Air trapped between the layers serves as insulation.
A wool hat prevents heat loss from your head. Fleece, polypropylene or wool clothes will stay warm when wet. Cotton clothes will not keep you warm when wet and should not be worn on a canoe trip. Neoprene waders are good cold-weather gear.
Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period
Q One .................................... 1st week of MarchBW
One ......................................................... February CR Varies .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................ January M One each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two ......................................................... February MJ One each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................ January
One each week ..........................March-May Y One ...................................................................April
One ............................................................... MarchX After April 1 or area is open to public F Once/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
I.D. Lake or Pond: County AcresTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
L1 Bear Rock: Ohio 16 Pier/Walkway Lot BW-Q: 3 miles east of I-70 Exit 10 on CR 41/6 off CR 41/3.
L2 Big Run: Marion 7 Pull off Y: 6 miles north of Mannington on CR 250/4 off U.S. 250.
L5 Castleman Run: Brooke/Ohio 22 Trail Lot BW: 4.5 miles south of Bethany on CR 32 off SR 67.
L9 Coopers Rock: Monongalia 6 Pier Lot BW-F: Coopers Rock State Forest at I-68 Exit 15.
L10 Curtisville: Marion 30 Pier Lot MJ: 6.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 7 off CR 1.
L13 Dog Run: Harrison 15 Lot M: 1 mile north of Salem on CR 50/1 off U. S. 50.
L14 Dunkard Fork: Marshall 49 Pier Lot M: 12 miles south of I-70 Exit 10 near Majorsville.
L16 Huey Run: Marion 8 Pull-off BA: 4.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 36 off CR 1.
L18 Middle Wheeling Creek: Ohio 30 Lot BW: 9 miles east of Wheeling on CR 39 off U.S. 40.
L19 Mill Creek: Barbour 8 Pier Lot M: 2 miles east of Belington on CR 15.
L20 Newburg: Preston 5 Pull-off M: 1 mile southeast of Newburg on CR 64 off SR 92.
L24 Teter Creek: Barbour 35 Dock/Trail Lot BW-F: 10 miles north of Belington on CR 9 off SR 92.
L25 Thomas Park: Tucker 8 Pier/Trail Lot M: under the U.S. 219 Bridge at Thomas.
L26 Tomlinson Run: Hancock 30 Pull-off MJ: Tomlinson Run State Park on CR 8 off SR 2.
L32 Westover Park: Monongalia 1.5 Pier Lot Q: Westover Park northeast of U.S. 19 at I-79 Exit 152.
FISHING – Float Trips TROUT STOCKING – Lakes and PondsANGLERS ALERT
Spread of Unwanted OrganismsMoving live fish or other aquatic animals and plants from one body of water to another can cause long-term damage to the ecological stability of lakes and streams and can threaten recreational fishing. Please take these precautions to prevent problems.
• do not move fish from one body of water to another
• drain live wells thoroughly before leaving an access area
• do not release live baitfish or aquarium fish into West Virginia’s waters
• remove all visible plants and animals from your boat, motor, trailer, nets and all fishing gear before leaving an access area
Fishing and Boating Access Sites Public boating and fishing access facilities shall be used solely for the purpose of launching and retrieving watercraft or fishing from the shore. No other use of the access sites is allowed.
After launching, vehicles shall be parked in available parking spaces.
Any law enforcement officer acting under proper authority may prohibit an individual from launching a watercraft from any public boating and fishing access site.
The following are prohibited at fishing and boating access sites:• consumption of alcoholic beverages or possession of
an open container of alcoholic beverages
• swimming or bathing
• camping
• open fires
• trash disposal except where trash receptacles are provided
• discharge of firearms, fireworks or explosives
• leaving unattended watercraft
• commercial use except as authorized by the DNR director
• parking of any vehicle or the mooring of any watercraft in such a manner as to obstruct any avenue of ingress or egress, except for the purpose of launching
CHEAT RIVER WATER TRAILFrom To MilesParsons Black Fork ........................ Holly Meadows Bridge .................3.1
Holly Meadows Bridge ................ St. George Bridge ...........................8.1
St. George Bridge .......................... Hannahsville Ford ..........................8.4
Hannahsville Ford ......................... Riverview Lounge ....................... 12.3
Riverview Lounge ......................... Rowlesburg City Park ....................3.3
BLACKWATER RIVER (Little Canaan WMA)
From To MilesCamp 70 Foot Bridge ................... Pipeline ..............................................2.8
WEST FORK RIVERFrom To MilesWorthington City Park................. Monongah ........................................5.0
TYGART RIVERFrom To MilesPhilippi Covered Bridge .............. Meriden Mine Ramp ......................3.0
Tygart Dam Tailwater ................... Camp Towles ....................................7.3
Check current river and lake levels on the stream flow information (USGS) heading on the fishing home page of the DNR website.
Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period Code No. Stockings ............Period
Q One .................................... 1st week of MarchBW
One ......................................................... February CR Varies .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................ January M One each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two ......................................................... February MJ One each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................ January
One each week ..........................March-May Y One ...................................................................April
One ............................................................... MarchX After April 1 or area is open to public F Once/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Big Sandy Creek: Preston BW: from Bruceton Mills upstream to Clifton Mills along CR 8; also at CR 4/2 State Line Bridge near the Pennsylvania state line.
Blackwater River: Tucker W-F: from Davis upstream 4 miles along the Camp 70 Road; also a 3-mile section at the SR 32 bridge.
Blackwater River (C&R): Tucker W-F: From CR 29/1 bridge in Blackwater Falls State Park downstream 3.5 miles to North Fork of Blackwater River.
Buffalo Creek: Brooke BW: from Bethany upstream 3 miles along SR 67 to the Pennsylvania state line; also 0.5 mile along CR 32 at Bethany.
Clover Run: Tucker M: from CR 21 bridge 1.5 miles south of St. George upstream 4 miles to CR 23 bridge at mouth of Valley Fork.
Dry Fork: TuckerBW: Upper: from Old Mill below Harman downstream to mouth of Red Creek; Middle: from CR 45 bridge at Jenningston downstream to Gladwin; Lower: from Elk Lick Run along CR 26 and 43/12 to mouth of Red Run.
Horseshoe Run: Tucker BW: from the mouth of Mikes Run upstream 6.2 miles along CR 7 to Shafer.
Kings Creek: Hancock M: from the Pennsylvania state line downstream 4.5 miles along CR 11.
Middle Wheeling Creek (C&R): Ohio CR: from the mouth of Gillespie Run downstream 1 mile along CR 39/6.
North Fork of Fishing Creek: Wetzel M: from Pine Grove upstream 1 mile along CR 15.
Paw Paw Creek: Marion BW: from Rivesville upstream 8 miles to Basnettville along CR 17.
Red Creek: Tucker BW: From Lanesville downstream 2.5 miles along CR 45.
Rhine Creek: Preston M: from northeast corner of Cathedral State Park downstream 2.2 miles to the rock quarry along CR 53/4.
South Fork of Fishing Creek: Wetzel M: from Hastings upstream 4 miles to Jacksonburg along SR 20.
Tomlinson Run: Hancock M: from 1 mile above the Ohio River at the lower Tomlinson Run State Park boundary upstream through the park and above the lake to the upper park boundary.
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Tygart Lake (Tailwaters) Tygart Valley River: Taylor M-F: below Tygart Dam in Grafton City Park.
Wheeling Creek: Marshall and OhioBW: Lower – from Wheeling Hospital upstream to I-470; Middle – from Ohio County line upstream along CR 5 to 1 mile below Burches Run Lake; Upper – from Pennsylvania line 3 miles downstream along CR 15 and 15/1 to mouth of Wolf Run.
Whiteday Creek: Marion and Monongalia BW: Lower – from 0.5 mile above CR 73 bridge upstream for 2 miles along CR 73/1; Upper – from CR 79/12 bridge upstream 1 mile to 0.25 mile below the CR 33/7 bridge.
TROUT STOCKING – Rivers and Streams
Shavers Fork River
Teter Creek Lake
FINDING YOUR WAY IN WEST VIRGINIAThe following maps and guide contain valuable information for locating access sites and describing river reaches.
• West Virginia Atlas and Gazetteer• West Virginia Dept. of Highways County Maps• A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to West Virginia• Corps of Engineers Navigation Charts for the
Monongahela and Ohio rivers are available online at: www.lrp.usace.army.mil/nav/nav_Charts.htm
Wildlife Resources Section – District 1 West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 99 • Farmington, WV 26571
304.825.6787 • fax: 304.825.6270 www.wvdnr.gov
Money used to buy and develop stream and lake access sites comes from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, including the conservation stamp. Federal funds used for these projects come from taxes paid by anglers when they buy fishing equipment or gasoline for their boats in compliance with
the Sport Fish Restoration Act.
It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status. 10M 7/14
Explore West Virginia’s Public Fishing Areas OnlineScan the QR code to access DNR’s database of public fishing areas throughout the state.
BUYING A LICENSECall 304-558-2758, visit a local license agent, or go online at www.wvfish.com.
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERSReport Stream Pollution or Fish Kills 800-642-3074 Trout Stocking Hotline 304-558-3399 Eagle and Osprey Sightings 304-637-0245
REPORTING BOATING, FISHING, AND HUNTING VIOLATIONSIn Progress – dial 911
Not in Progress – call DNR District Law Enforcement Office during normal operating hours.
1. Observe and write down all of the information concerning the violation.
2. Don’t confront violator.
3. Contact a local DNR Natural Resources Police Officer or report the violation online at www.wvdnr.gov/LEnforce/Poachers.shtm as soon as possible.
Get involved in protecting your sport; be willing to testify in court.
Wellsburg
Buckhannon
Elkins
New Martinsville
Weston
Auburn
Bayard
Beverly
Burnsville
Harman
Jane Lew
Middlebourne
Montrose
Sand Fork
Sistersville
West Union
St. Clairsville
Cadiz
Beaver
Waynesburg
Greensburg
Oakland
Uniontown
Pittsburgh
Washington
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78
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18
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47
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23
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District 6Fishing Guide
Maryland
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Ohio
Shavers Fork
Buckhannon River
Dry Fork
Tygart Valley River
Tygart Valley River
Brushy Fork
Blackwater River
Tenm
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West Fork River
Ohio River
Dunkard Creek
Horsehoe Run
Cheat River
Chea
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Cheat River
Ohi
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Monongahela River
Fishing Creek
Whe
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Fish Creek
Black Fork
Tenmile Creek
Bu�alo Creek
Ohio River
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Ohio R
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Blackwater R
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Red Creek
Clover Run
Laur
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Saltlick Cre
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Rhine Creek
Wolf Cre
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Muddy Creek
Red Run
Little Tenmile Creek
Bigamon Creek
Big
Sand
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Little Sandy Creek
Paw Paw Creek
Whiteday Creek
S Fk Fishing Creek
N Fk Fishing Creek
Little Fishing Creek
Grave Creek
Middle Grave Creek
Bu�a
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Kings Creek
Sandy CreekTygart Lake
Cheat Lake
Newburg Lake
Dog Run Lake
WestoverPark Pond
Mill Creek Lake
Lumberport Lake
Flat Run Lake
Big Run Lake
Whetstone LakeHuey Run Lake
Curtisville Lake
Cameron Lake
Dunkard Fork Lake
Wolf Run Lake
Turkey Run Lake
Middle WheelingCreek Lake
Mason Lake
Dixon Lake
Coopers Rock Pond
HannibalDam
Pike IslandDam
New CumberlandDam
Three Fork
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Big Sandy Creek
Elk Creek
Thomas Park Lake
Teter Creek
Mid
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Fork
Deckers Creek
CastlemanRun Lake
Red RunFly Fishing Only
Blackwater RiverCatch & Release
Middle Wheeling CreekCatch & Release
Clarksburg
Fairmont
Morgantown
Weirton
Wheeling
Bridgeport
Lynn Camp
Chester
Follansbee
Grafton
Kingwood
Moundsville
Philippi
Paden City
Albright
Barrackville
Beech Bottom
Belington
Benwood
Blacksville
Cassville
Fairview
Farmington
Flemington
Glen Dale
Grant Town
Granville
Hundred
Junior
Littleton
Lost Creek
McMechen
Mannington
Masontown
Newburg
New Cumberland
Newell
Nutter Fort
Pine Grove
Reedsville
Rivesville
Shinnston
Smith�eld
Terra Alta
Triadelphia
Tunnelton
Valley Grove
Whitehall
Bethany
Bruceton Mills
Rowlesburg
Parsons
Worthington
Otter CreekWilderness
Dolly SodsWilderness
Coopers RockState Forest
Dunkard ForkWildlife Management Area
Center BranchWildlife Management Area
Upper Deckers CreekWildlife Management Area
Cross CreekWildlife Management Area
Pruntytown State FarmWildlife Management Area
Teter Creek LakeWildlife Management Area
PedlarWildlife Management Area
BlackwaterWildlife Management Area
Lantz Farm andNature Preserve
Little Indian CreekWildlife
Management Area
HillcrestWildlifeManagementArea
Pleasant CreekWildlife Management Area
Otter CreekWildlife Management Area
Cecil H. UnderwoodWildlife Management Area
Lewis WetzelWildlife Management Area
Castlemans RunWildlife Management Area
Dents RunWildlife
ManagementArea
Snake HillWildlife
ManagementArea
Canaan ValleyNational Wildlife Refuge
Little CanaanWildlife Management Area
Bear Rock LakesWildlife Management Area
Burches RunWildlife
ManagementArea
TomlinsonRun
State Park
Prickett’s FortState Park
Valley FallsState Park
CathedralState Park
Tygart LakeState Park
Fairfax StoneState Park
Watters SmithMemorialState Park
Blackwater FallsState Park
Canaan ValleyState Park
AudraState Park
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69
20
20
218
88
67
27
310
131
100
20
57
76
38
92
92
72
32
93
24
72
92
7
7
7
26
26
26
43
86
105
27
119
219
50
33
250
219
250
50
119
250
19
19
19
119
250
250
40
22
30
70470
79
79
68
79
68
7464
59
5149
33
2623
22
25
24
19
18
2021
12
16
15
14
13
11
10
98
7 14
3
5
6
2
17
31
34 35
41
40
3637
42
44
434645
50
61 62
63
66
67
73
78
57
53 54
5655
32
30
38
70
39
L17
L30
L13
L33
L21
L23
L25
L3
L32
L19
L5
L18
L22
L15
L26
L29
L27
28
29
27
L28
L6
L8
58
47
48
60
52
L7
L20
L31L9L10
L14
L2
L11
77
76L12
65
L1
L4
L16
75
72
71
6968
L24
8079
DNR DISTRICT 1 LAKES AND STREAMSHOW TO READ THIS MAP
Access SitesWeather, varying topography, stream conditions and other unforeseen circumstances may affect access to individual sites. Contact the DNR district office listed in this brochure for specific accessibility issues.
Boat access with ramp
Carry down boat access
Fishing access only – NO BOATS
Colors of the symbols will vary according to corresponding ID colors in the charts on this page.
Interstate
U.S. Route
State Route
Trout stocked streams
Special Regulation Area
National Forest Wilderness
Public land
County boundary
State boundary
Public Lake and Pond Access Sites
ID Lake or Pond: County AcresBoat Access
GPS
Lat. Long.L1 Bear Rock Lakes (3): Ohio Pier/Walkway 16 Lot • 40.080 -80.535L2 Big Run: Marion 7 Pull Off • 39.606 -80.384L3 Cameron: Marshall 6 Lot NO BOATS 39.830 -80.573L4 Castleman Run: Brooke Trail 22 Lot • 40.166 -80.533L5 Cheat (Ices Ferry Bridge): Monongalia 1730 Lot • 39.668 -79.859L6 Cheat (Park): Monongalia Pier/Trail 1730 Lot • winter 39.710 -79.844L7 Cheat (Sunset Beach): Monongalia Dock 1730 Lot • 39.678 -79.858L8 Coopers Rock: Monongalia Pier 6 Lot • 39.659 -79.790L9 Curtisville: Marion Pier 30 Lot • 39.517 -80.454L10 Dents Run: Marion 30 Lot • 39.545 -80.388L11 Dog Run: Harrison 24 Lot • 39.300 -80.558L12 Dunkard Fork: Marshall Pier 49 Lot • 39.948 -80.526L13 Flat Run: Marion 6 Pull Off • 39.571 -80.325L14 Huey Run: Marion 8 Pull Off • 39.515 -80.409L15 Lumberport: Harrison 6 Pull Off • 39.380 -80.361L16 Middle Wheeling Creek: Ohio 30 Lot • 40.030 -80.580L17 Mill Creek: Barbour Pier 8 Lot • 39.008 -79.908L18 Newburg: Preston 5 Pull Off NO BOATS 39.379 -79.837L19 Pedlar Dixon: Monongalia Trail 7 Lot NO BOATS 39.658 -80.102L20 Pedlar Mason: Monongalia Walkway 16 Lot • 39.687 -80.113L21 Pendleton: Tucker 14 Lot • 39.117 -79.496L22 Teter Creek: Barbour Dock/Trail 35 Lot • 39.110 -79.871L23 Thomas City Park: Tucker Pier 8 Lot • 39.155 -79.497L24 Tomlinson Run St. Park: Hancock 30 Lot • 40.547 -80.590L25 Turkey Run: Marshall 15 Lot • 39.968 -80.584L26 Tygart (Cove Run): Barbour 1750 Pull Off • 39.248 -79.937L27 Tygart (Doe Run): Taylor 11 Lot • 39.267 -80.015L28 Tygart (Pleasant Creek WMA): Taylor 1750 Lot • 39.267 -80.011L29 Tygart (State Park): Taylor 1750 Lot • 39.300 -80.023L30 Upper Deckers Creek: Preston 16 Lot • 39.527 -79.805L31 Westover Park: Monongalia Pier 1 Lot NO BOATS 39.628 -79.982L32 Whetstone: Marion 6 Pull Off • 39.514 -80.372L33 Wolf Run: Marshall 23 Lot • 39.951 -80.577
0 2.5 5 7.5 10Miles
1:350,0001 inch = 5.5 miles
River and Stream Access Sites
ID Site Name: County River or StreamBoat Access
GPS
Lat. Long.1 Blackwater Camp 70: Tucker Blackwater River Lot • 39.139 -79.4142 Blackwater Pier: Tucker Blackwater River Lot NO BOATS 39.140 -79.4353 Pipeline: Tucker* Blackwater River Pull Off • 39.129 -79.4484 Davis Riverfront Park: Tucker* Blackwater River Lot • 39.128 -79.4645 Mill Run: Tucker* Dry Fork Pull Off • 39.015 -79.5476 Hendricks Foot Bridge: Tucker* Black Fork Pull Off • 39.072 -79.6337 CJ’s Pizzeria: Tucker Black Fork Lot • 39.099 -79.6738 U.S. Route 219 Bridge: Tucker Shavers Fork Lot • 39.097 -79.6799 Holly Meadow Bridge: Tucker Cheat River Pull Off • 39.122 -79.675
10 St. George Bridge: Tucker Cheat River Lot • 39.165 -79.70711 Hannahsville Ford: Tucker Cheat River Lot • 39.245 -79.70812 Riverview Lounge: Preston Cheat River Lot • 39.320 -79.68413 Rowlesburg City Park: Preston* Cheat River Lot • 39.349 -79.67114 Preston FOC: Preston* Cheat River Lot • 39.431 -79.68415 Albright FOC: Preston* Cheat River Lot • 39.511 -79.64816 Jenkinsburg Bridge: Preston* Cheat River Lot • 39.596 -79.74817 Cheat Lake Dam Tailwater: Monongalia Cheat River Pier Lot NO BOATS 39.721 -79.85718 State Line Bridge: Preston Big Sandy Creek Pull Off • 39.720 -79.66019 Clifton Mills Bridge: Preston Big Sandy Creek Pull Off • 39.697 -79.61920 Bruceton Mills Dam: Preston* Big Sandy Creek Lot • 39.660 -79.63821 Rockville Bridge: Preston* Big Sandy Creek Lot • 39.622 -79.70522 Audra State Park: Barbour* Middle Fork River Lot • 39.041 -80.06823 Boulder Bridge: Barbour Buckhannon River Lot • 39.069 -80.10324 Hall Bridge: Barbour Buckhannon River Lot • 39.054 -80.11125 U.S. 33 Bridge (Under): Barbour Tygart River Lot • 38.960 -79.99126 Belington VFW: Barbour* Tygart River Pull Off • 39.031 -79.93927 Philippi: Barbour Tygart River Lot • 39.150 -80.04028 Philippi Covered Bridge: Barbour Tygart River Lot • 39.153 -80.04429 Meriden Mine: Barbour* Tygart River Pull Off • 39.190 -80.01630 Arden Bridge: Barbour* Tygart River Pull Off • 39.210 -79.99531 Moatsville Bridge: Barbour* Tygart River Pull Off • 39.218 -79.93932 Tygart Dam Tailwater: Taylor Tygart River Lot • 39.315 -80.03333 Camp Towles: Taylor* Tygart River Lot under construction 39.375 -80.04734 West Milford Slide: Harrison West Fork River Lot • 39.198 -80.41435 West Milford Dam: Harrison West Fork River Lot • 39.199 -80.40636 Highland Slide: Harrison West Fork River Lot • 39.202 -80.37737 Highland Dam: Harrison West Fork River Pull Off • 39.221 -80.37738 Two Lick Dam: Harrison West Fork River Pull Off • 39.239 -80.35839 Clarksburg Baseball Complex: Harrison West Fork River Pier Lot • 39.269 -80.36040 Liberty Avenue: Harrison West Fork River Lot • 39.272 -80.36041 Hartland Dam: Harrison West Fork River Pull Off • 39.269 -80.35742 Limestone Run: Harrison West Fork River Pull Off • 39.295 -80.35943 Shinnston Bridge: Harrison West Fork River Lot • 39.399 -80.29844 Worthington City Park Upstream: Marion* West Fork River Lot • 39.451 -80.26745 Worthington City Park Downstream: Marion West Fork River Lot • 39.451 -80.26646 Monongah: Marion West Fork River Lot • 39.461 -80.21647 Fairmont Pallatine Park: Marion Monongahela River Pier Lot • 39.482 -80.14048 Pricketts Fort State Park: Marion Monongahela River Lot • 39.518 -80.09249 Opekiska Dam Tailwater Wall: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot NO BOATS 39.565 -80.05150 Whiteday Creek Mouth Shoreline: Monongalia Monongahela River Pull Off • 39.560 -80.05351 Hildebrand Dam Tailwater Wall: Monongalia Monongahela River None NO BOATS 39.583 -80.01052 Uffington: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot • 39.587 -79.97753 Morgantown Dam Tailwater Platform: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot NO BOATS 39.626 -79.96454 Morgantown Waterfront Hotel Dock: Monongalia Monongahela River Dock Lot Dock Only 39.620 -79.96855 Morgantown Riverfront Park Dock: Monongalia Monongahela River Dock Lot Dock Only 39.631 -79.95956 Morgantown Walnut Street: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot • 39.630 -79.96057 Morgantown Power Plant Pier: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot NO BOATS 39.639 -79.96258 Star City Riverfront Park: Monongalia Monongahela River Dock/Pier Lot • 39.659 -79.99259 VanVoorhis: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot • 39.684 -79.95760 Fort Martin: Monongalia Monongahela River Lot • 39.686 -79.94161 Buckeye Bridge: Monongalia Dunkard Creek Pull Off • 39.713 -80.11762 Mason Dixon Park: Monongalia Dunkard Creek Lot • 39.715 -80.11163 Bethany City Park: Brooke Buffalo Creek Lot • 40.202 -80.55264 Hukill Run Road: Brooke Buffalo Creek Pull Off • 40.211 -80.59965 Viola Bridge: Marshall Wheeling Creek Lot • 39.963 -80.59166 Burches Run Bridge: Marshall Wheeling Creek Pull Off • 39.975 -80.63167 Tunnel Green Park: Ohio Wheeling Creek Lot • 40.064 -80.68468 Chester City Park: Hancock Ohio River Lot • 40.614 -80.56869 Kennedy Camping & Marina: Hancock Ohio River Lot • (fee) 40.618 -80.61970 New Cumberland Dam Tailwater Wall: Hancock Ohio River Lot NO BOATS 40.528 -80.62371 New Cumberland VFD: Hancock Ohio River Lot • 40.500 -80.61272 Wellsburg City Park: Brooke Ohio River Lot • 40.275 -80.61473 Wellsburg WWTP: Brooke Ohio River Pull Off • 40.264 -80.61574 Pike Island Dam Tailwater Pier: Ohio Shore Ohio River Pier Lot NO BOATS 40.151 -80.70675 Wheeling Island Park: Ohio Ohio River Lot • 40.079 -80.73676 Moundsville Riverfront Park: Marshall Ohio River Lot • 39.913 -80.75277 Fish Creek: Marshall Ohio River Lot • 39.808 -80.81778 Hannibal Dam Tailwater Pier: Wetzel Ohio River Pier Lot NO BOATS 39.665 -80.86279 New Martinsville Park: Wetzel Ohio River Lot • 39.636 -80.86080 Paden City Park: Wetzel Ohio River Lot • 39.604 -80.942
*Stream section contains whitewater which requires skill to paddle, or a dam which must be portaged.
FISHING – Boating and Water Safety
LANDOWNER – ANGLER RELATIONSWest Virginia anglers are indebted to local landowners throughout the state. Without their consent and generosity, fishing would be restricted to state and federal lands. The opportunity for continued use of private property is largely dependent upon anglers’ attitudes and conduct. Most stream closures are the result of disrespect for private property. Do not leave fishing line, bait containers or other trash.
STREAM LITTER LAWIt is illegal to throw litter, a fish or animal carcass, or other unsightly matter into a water body or on land within 100 yards of water, or in a location where high water would wash the matter into a water body.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
See the West Virginia Fishing Regulations booklet for:• Reciprocal fishing agreement on Ohio River
• Fish consumption advisories
• Sport fish identification
OnlineFor more detailed information on individual access sites, go online to www.mapwv.gov/huntfish/.
District 1
www.wvdnr.gov
District 1
Fishing GuideA guide to public fishing and boating access sites, and trout-stocked waters
BOATING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTAnyone born after December 31, 1986, must successfully complete an approved boating education course before operating a motorboat. The course is available on the DNR website at wvdnr.gov/lenforce/boating.shtm.
WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETPersonal flotation devices are not just for wearing in boats and not just for those who can’t swim. Make sure the PFD is in good condition and fits properly. Youth under 12 years old must wear a PFD if they are on deck or in a canoe while the vessel is moving. A boat cushion is not a wearable PFD.
WADINGThere are several rules you should follow for safe wading.
• Wade with a fishing buddy.
• Wear your PFD.
• Find out whether the bottom is rocky or muddy.
• Shuffle your feet or probe with a stick along the bottom to avoid holes.
• Study how swiftly the water is moving.
• Wear appropriate foot wear (considering water temperature and bottom substrate).
PERSON IN WATERReach-Throw-Row-Go is a method of rescuing a person who is in trouble in water.
If the person is close to you, REACH out with a long object such as an oar or tree limb to pull the person into shore or the boat.
If you can’t reach the person, then THROW them a life-saving device. If possible, it should be tied to the end of a line so you can pull the person to you. An inflatable ball or foam cooler can be used if the proper device is not available.
If there is nothing to throw, ROW a boat to the person in trouble. The person should be pulled in over the stern, or back, of the boat if possible to prevent the boat from tipping over. If the boat has a motor, it must be shut off before you get to the person in the water.
GO (swim) to the person ONLY as a last resort and only if you have had life-saving training. People who are drowning often panic and injure or drown someone trying to rescue them.
FISHING IN COLD WEATHERHypothermia is a life-threatening condition in which your body loses heat faster than it can produce it. A common misconception is that the air or water temperature must be below freezing before you can become hypothermic. Any water colder than 70 degrees can cause hypothermia. Symptoms include uncontrollable shivering, fumbling hands, slow speech, confusion and exhaustion. Emergency treatment: get the victim out of the cold, give warm drinks, keep the person awake, remove all wet clothing and get the victim into dry clothes.
To stay warm, wear several layers of clothing. Air trapped between the layers serves as insulation.
A wool hat prevents heat loss from your head. Fleece, polypropylene or wool clothes will stay warm when wet. Cotton clothes will not keep you warm when wet and should not be worn on a canoe trip. Neoprene waders are good cold-weather gear.
CodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............Period
QOne ....................................1st week of MarchBW
One .........................................................FebruaryCRVaries .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................JanuaryMOne each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two .........................................................FebruaryMJOne each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................January
One each week ..........................March-MayYOne ...................................................................April
One ...............................................................March XAfter April 1 or area is open to publicFOnce/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
I.D.Lake or Pond: CountyAcresTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
L1Bear Rock: Ohio16Pier/Walkway LotBW-Q: 3 miles east of I-70 Exit 10 on CR 41/6 off CR 41/3.
L2Big Run: Marion7Pull offY: 6 miles north of Mannington on CR 250/4 off U.S. 250.
L5Castleman Run: Brooke/Ohio22Trail LotBW: 4.5 miles south of Bethany on CR 32 off SR 67.
L9Coopers Rock: Monongalia6Pier LotBW-F: Coopers Rock State Forest at I-68 Exit 15.
L10Curtisville: Marion30Pier LotMJ: 6.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 7 off CR 1.
L13Dog Run: Harrison15LotM: 1 mile north of Salem on CR 50/1 off U. S. 50.
L14Dunkard Fork: Marshall49Pier LotM: 12 miles south of I-70 Exit 10 near Majorsville.
L16Huey Run: Marion8Pull-offBA: 4.5 miles west of Mannington on CR 36 off CR 1.
L18Middle Wheeling Creek: Ohio30LotBW: 9 miles east of Wheeling on CR 39 off U.S. 40.
L19Mill Creek: Barbour8Pier LotM: 2 miles east of Belington on CR 15.
L20Newburg: Preston5Pull-offM: 1 mile southeast of Newburg on CR 64 off SR 92.
L24Teter Creek: Barbour35Dock/Trail LotBW-F: 10 miles north of Belington on CR 9 off SR 92.
L25Thomas Park: Tucker8Pier/TrailLotM: under the U.S. 219 Bridge at Thomas.
L26Tomlinson Run: Hancock30Pull-offMJ: Tomlinson Run State Park on CR 8 off SR 2.
L32Westover Park: Monongalia1.5Pier LotQ: Westover Park northeast of U.S. 19 at I-79 Exit 152.
FISHING – Float Trips TROUT STOCKING – Lakes and PondsANGLERS ALERT
Spread of Unwanted OrganismsMoving live fish or other aquatic animals and plants from one body of water to another can cause long-term damage to the ecological stability of lakes and streams and can threaten recreational fishing. Please take these precautions to prevent problems.
• do not move fish from one body of water to another
• drain live wells thoroughly before leaving an access area
• do not release live baitfish or aquarium fish into West Virginia’s waters
• remove all visible plants and animals from your boat, motor, trailer, nets and all fishing gear before leaving an access area
Fishing and Boating Access Sites Public boating and fishing access facilities shall be used solely for the purpose of launching and retrieving watercraft or fishing from the shore. No other use of the access sites is allowed.
After launching, vehicles shall be parked in available parking spaces.
Any law enforcement officer acting under proper authority may prohibit an individual from launching a watercraft from any public boating and fishing access site.
The following are prohibited at fishing and boating access sites:• consumption of alcoholic beverages or possession of
an open container of alcoholic beverages
• swimming or bathing
• camping
• open fires
• trash disposal except where trash receptacles are provided
• discharge of firearms, fireworks or explosives
• leaving unattended watercraft
• commercial use except as authorized by the DNR director
• parking of any vehicle or the mooring of any watercraft in such a manner as to obstruct any avenue of ingress or egress, except for the purpose of launching
CHEAT RIVER WATER TRAILFrom To MilesParsons Black Fork ........................Holly Meadows Bridge .................3.1
Holly Meadows Bridge ................St. George Bridge ...........................8.1
St. George Bridge ..........................Hannahsville Ford ..........................8.4
Hannahsville Ford .........................Riverview Lounge .......................12.3
Riverview Lounge .........................Rowlesburg City Park ....................3.3
BLACKWATER RIVER (Little Canaan WMA)
From To MilesCamp 70 Foot Bridge ...................Pipeline ..............................................2.8
WEST FORK RIVERFrom To MilesWorthington City Park.................Monongah ........................................5.0
TYGART RIVERFrom To MilesPhilippi Covered Bridge ..............Meriden Mine Ramp ......................3.0
Tygart Dam Tailwater ...................Camp Towles ....................................7.3
Check current river and lake levels on the stream flow information (USGS) heading on the fishing home page of the DNR website.
CodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............PeriodCodeNo. Stockings ............Period
QOne ....................................1st week of MarchBW
One .........................................................FebruaryCRVaries .............................................................Varies
W
One ............................................................JanuaryMOne each month ................February-MayOne every two weeks ...........March-May
Two .........................................................FebruaryMJOne each month ..................January-April
BAOne ............................................................January
One each week ..........................March-MayYOne ...................................................................April
One ...............................................................March XAfter April 1 or area is open to publicFOnce/week .....Columbus Day week & next week
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Big Sandy Creek: PrestonBW: from Bruceton Mills upstream to Clifton Mills along CR 8; also at CR 4/2 State Line Bridge near the Pennsylvania state line.
Blackwater River: TuckerW-F: from Davis upstream 4 miles along the Camp 70 Road; also a 3-mile section at the SR 32 bridge.
Blackwater River (C&R): TuckerW-F: From CR 29/1 bridge in Blackwater Falls State Park downstream 3.5 miles to North Fork of Blackwater River.
Buffalo Creek: BrookeBW: from Bethany upstream 3 miles along SR 67 to the Pennsylvania state line; also 0.5 mile along CR 32 at Bethany.
Clover Run: TuckerM: from CR 21 bridge 1.5 miles south of St. George upstream 4 miles to CR 23 bridge at mouth of Valley Fork.
Dry Fork: TuckerBW: Upper: from Old Mill below Harman downstream to mouth of Red Creek; Middle: from CR 45 bridge at Jenningston downstream to Gladwin; Lower: from Elk Lick Run along CR 26 and 43/12 to mouth of Red Run.
Horseshoe Run: TuckerBW: from the mouth of Mikes Run upstream 6.2 miles along CR 7 to Shafer.
Kings Creek: HancockM: from the Pennsylvania state line downstream 4.5 miles along CR 11.
Middle Wheeling Creek (C&R): OhioCR: from the mouth of Gillespie Run downstream 1 mile along CR 39/6.
North Fork of Fishing Creek: WetzelM: from Pine Grove upstream 1 mile along CR 15.
Paw Paw Creek: MarionBW: from Rivesville upstream 8 miles to Basnettville along CR 17.
Red Creek: TuckerBW: From Lanesville downstream 2.5 miles along CR 45.
Rhine Creek: PrestonM: from northeast corner of Cathedral State Park downstream 2.2 miles to the rock quarry along CR 53/4.
South Fork of Fishing Creek: WetzelM: from Hastings upstream 4 miles to Jacksonburg along SR 20.
Tomlinson Run: HancockM: from 1 mile above the Ohio River at the lower Tomlinson Run State Park boundary upstream through the park and above the lake to the upper park boundary.
River or Stream: CountyTrout Stocking
Code: AreaSR = state Route CR = county Route FR = USFS Road
Tygart Lake (Tailwaters) Tygart Valley River: TaylorM-F: below Tygart Dam in Grafton City Park.
Wheeling Creek: Marshall and OhioBW: Lower – from Wheeling Hospital upstream to I-470; Middle – from Ohio County line upstream along CR 5 to 1 mile below Burches Run Lake; Upper – from Pennsylvania line 3 miles downstream along CR 15 and 15/1 to mouth of Wolf Run.
Whiteday Creek: Marion and MonongaliaBW: Lower – from 0.5 mile above CR 73 bridge upstream for 2 miles along CR 73/1; Upper – from CR 79/12 bridge upstream 1 mile to 0.25 mile below the CR 33/7 bridge.
TROUT STOCKING – Rivers and Streams
Shavers Fork River
Teter Creek Lake
FINDING YOUR WAY IN WEST VIRGINIAThe following maps and guide contain valuable information for locating access sites and describing river reaches.
• West Virginia Atlas and Gazetteer• West Virginia Dept. of Highways County Maps• A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to West Virginia• Corps of Engineers Navigation Charts for the
Monongahela and Ohio rivers are available online at: www.lrp.usace.army.mil/nav/nav_Charts.htm
Wildlife Resources Section – District 1 West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
P.O. Box 99 • Farmington, WV 26571
304.825.6787 • fax: 304.825.6270 www.wvdnr.gov
Money used to buy and develop stream and lake access sites comes from the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, including the conservation stamp. Federal funds used for these projects come from taxes paid by anglers when they buy fishing equipment or gasoline for their boats in compliance with
the Sport Fish Restoration Act.
It is the policy of the Division of Natural Resources to provide its facilities, services, programs, and employment opportunities to all persons without regard to sex, race, age, religion, national origin or ancestry, disability, or other protected group status. 10M 7/14
Explore West Virginia’s Public Fishing Areas OnlineScan the QR code to access DNR’s database of public fishing areas throughout the state.
BUYING A LICENSECall 304-558-2758, visit a local license agent, or go online at www.wvfish.com.
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERSReport Stream Pollution or Fish Kills 800-642-3074 Trout Stocking Hotline 304-558-3399 Eagle and Osprey Sightings 304-637-0245
REPORTING BOATING, FISHING, AND HUNTING VIOLATIONSIn Progress – dial 911
Not in Progress – call DNR District Law Enforcement Office during normal operating hours.
1. Observe and write down all of the information concerning the violation.
2. Don’t confront violator.
3. Contact a local DNR Natural Resources Police Officer or report the violation online at www.wvdnr.gov/LEnforce/Poachers.shtm as soon as possible.
Get involved in protecting your sport; be willing to testify in court.