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Fishing Trips and Tours
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River to fishing one of the area's stream or lakes, West Virginia's New River Gorge region is unquestionably one of the best smallmouth bass fishing in the Eastern U.S. But you'll also find trout, including native trout, and citation bluegill in lakes and streams throughout the New River Gorge region and beyond. Several outfitters provide guided float fishing trips & tours on New River and other WV rivers, as well as fishing-related services. |
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Appalachian BackCountry Expeditions: Guided Float Fishing Trips
1-888-642-FISH
We offer thrilling guided float fishing trips and tours on the New River and other scenic rivers of West Virginia. Choose from half-day or full-day float fishing trips where you can catch small-mouth bass, muskie, and catfish.
Canyon Rim Ranch: Guided Fishing Tours
Cunard, West Virginia
Tel. 304-574-3111
info@canyonrimranch.com
The New River Gorge offers 53 miles of some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in the U.S. Because it's difficult to access on foot, there's an abundant population of small mouth bass just waiting for your arrival. We know the area and have spent years on the banks of West Virginia rivers and streams. Our experience, combined with customized equipment, sets us apart, whether you're looking for a half-day, full-day, or overnight adventure. Our boats and frames are designed for fly fishing. Frames come complete with swivel chairs, a casting platform, and a leaning bar. If you've ever wanted to learn to fly fish, we have a course that takes the mystery out, so that it's a fun and enjoyable experience for everyone. We provide the tackle and flies, but feel free to bring your own.
Class IV: Fishing
Class VI
PO Box 78, Lansing WV 25862
Tel: (toll-free) 1-800-252-7784
One of the New River's oldest and most prestigious whitewater guide companies also provides the region's finest fishing adventures. You'll never forget your float trip across deep holes filled with monster smallmouth. Eight- and 12-hour trips may be customized to suit your tastes and may include floats through small rapids or exciting Class III-to-IV whitewater. We also guide fishing trips for smallmouth, walleye, and muskie on the Gauley River, smallmouth on the Greenbrier River, and smallmouth and tiger muskie on the Meadow River. Reserve your trip or find out more online. Call or write for more information.
Last Chance Outfitters
Talcott, West Virginia
Tel. 304-774-0883
lastchance@charter.net
No other outfitter guides as much of the New and Greenbrier rivers as Last Chance Outfitters. We've been fishing these waters for more than 40 years and know precisely where the fish are biting. Catch beautiful bronzebacks as well as rock bass, bluegill, muskie, or walleye. The majestic Greenbrier River is great for light tackle or fly fishing and can be safely waded in warm months. The swift New River pose a greater challenge, but for those who want to go the extra mile for a citation, it's the destination of choice. We provide all the transportation from your place of lodging, though guests have the option to stay in our modern cabin with 300 feet of private frontage on the Greenbrier River. The river is calm at the cabins, only five feet deep, allowing for easy wading. Last Chance also guides hunting expeditions for elk and wild turkey.
Fishing in West Virginia: Photos and Pictures
WV Forum's photo gallery section featuring images depicting the sport of fishing in West Virginia.
Fishing: New River, Virginia (VA)
The New River courses for 160 miles through the southwestern Virginia and rivals the James and Rappahannock rivers as one of the best fishing rivers in Virginia. Visit NewRiverVA.com and find out more about fishing in the New River Valley, a picturesque region of Virginia located just south of West Virginia's New River Gorge region.
Guide to Fishing & Fishing Trips in West Virginia
West Virginia Explorer's guide provides information on fishing in WV, including: Licensing, Stocking, Float Fishing Trips, Fly Fishing, Top Base Lakes, Fishing Regulations, and info on guided fishing tours offered by various fishing outfitters.
Guide to Pipestem, West Virginia
You won't find better fishing anywhere in West Virginia! The New River, the Bluestone River, and the Greenbrier River converge at mighty Bluestone Lake, creating one of the most diverse and beautiful fishing areas in the eastern United States. Bass, trout, and catfish fans will go crazy.
West Virginia Watersports
Salmon Run Road, Summersville, WV 26651
Phone: 304-972-6907
Because we specialize in pontoon-boat rentals, we offer the lowest rental rates on Summersville Lake while affording guests the highest quality of product and service. Pontoon boats are particularly useful on Summersville Lake for rock climbers scaling the high cliffs along the eastern shores and scuba divers exploring its submerged cliffs and boulders. Open mid-May through mid-September.
Accessible Fishing Areas
From the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR): A list of fishing piers and fishing areas in southern West Virginia accessible by the physically challenged.
Favorite WV Fishing Waters
From the WV DNR: A list of the best streams, rivers and other waters to fish for smallmouth bass, trout, musky, crappi, walleye, white bass, hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass, and channel catfish, plus information on float fishing trips on New River and Greenbrier River.
Plum Orchard Lake
Plum Orchard Lake impounds 202 acres and provides 6.5 miles of shore line, with a maximum depth of 40 feet. Good populations of sunfish, large mouth bass, channel catfish and crappie have been established. Water conditions are usually clear, and nighttime angling is successful. Three boat launching ramps are located on the lake. Boat motors may be of unlimited horse power in the unrestricted portion of the lake, but in the restricted part of the fishing area, only electric motors are allowed. Fishing with minnows is prohibited.
Summary of WV Fishing Laws and Regulations
From the WV DNR: Summary of the applicable laws and regulations governing the sport of fishing in West Virginia (WV).
WV Fishing License Details & Price Information
From the WV DNR: West Virginia fishing license pricing information and details.
Weekly Fishing Report
Read the WV DNR's weekly report for up to date fishing info for the most popular fishing locations in the New River Gorge region and throughout West Virginia.
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