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Cranberry River
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North Fork South Branch Potomac River
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Williams River
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Greenbrier River (Marlinton Section)
River · rainbow_trout, brown_trout
Gauley River (Below Summersville Dam)
River · rainbow_trout, brown_trout
Cranberry River
River · brook_trout, brown_trout
North Fork South Branch Potomac River
River · brown_trout, brook_trout
Williams River
River · brook_trout, brown_trout
Greenbrier River (Marlinton Section)
River · rainbow_trout, brown_trout
Gauley River (Below Summersville Dam)
River · rainbow_trout, brown_trout
Elk River (Slatyfork Section)
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The upper Elk River near Slatyfork is a highly regarded trout fishery in the Monongahela National Forest, offering both stocked and wild trout in a scenic mountain valley. The river features classic riffle-pool structure ideal for wade fishing with dry flies and nymphs. This section is popular with local fly anglers for its accessibility and consistent trout populations throughout the season.
Middle Mountain Cabins
~45 min drive
A worthwhile stop near WV.
Gerald Freeman Campground
~49 min drive
A worthwhile stop near WV.
Bolar Mountain Recreation Area
~55 min drive
A worthwhile stop near VA.
Williams River
~24 min drive
Moderate
Greenbrier River (Marlinton Section)
~25 min drive
Easy
Mossy Creek
~1h 24m drive
Expert
Sutton Lake Picnic Shelters
~58 min drive
A worthwhile stop near WV.
Seneca Shadows
~1h 23m drive
A worthwhile stop near WV.
Burnsville Lake Shelters
~59 min drive
A worthwhile stop near WV.
Lake Sherwood
~51 min drive
A worthwhile stop near WV.
