Camping/Fishing in West Virginia

[Joy Lee]

Hey there,

I'm thinking about taking a weekend later in August to camp and fly fish in West Virginia. I've taken a day trip to Smoke Hole (South Branch of the Potomac) before, and I certainly wouldn't mind going back, but I was wondering whether there were other sites I should consider. For context, I'm very much a beginner angler. I'll happily accept any recommendations for good campsites near good fishing holes. Preferably within 3 hours of DC, but can be flexible. 

Thanks!

Joy

[Kyle Settle]

Joy,

You can't go wrong with Smoke Hole. My biggest Brook Trout (15") came from there in May. The Cranberry is also a great option in my opinion. 

Thanks,

Kyle 

[Andrew Sarcinello]

Check out Seneca Shadows campground. It is only a few minutes from Seneca Creek, which may be too warm to fish in August, but all of its tributaries are loaded with brook trout and some also have strong wild rainbow populations. The tributaries don't see a ton of pressure because they are small and can be brushy in some sections, but overall they aren't too bad. Fish will aggressively take dry flies all day long. Horsecamp Run, Strader Run, and Whites Run are most accessible.

I suspect Smoke Hole will be too warm at this time of year.

On Tuesday, August 7, 2018 at 9:02:15 AM UTC-4, Joy Lee wrote:

[Marek Rich]

Personally speaking I wouldn’t do any camping until September or October – just too darn hot.

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