51 Secret Fishing Spots in West Virginia

Discover the best places to fish in West Virginia with this guide to hidden gems and popular spots across the state. Whether you're into trout fishing in West Virginia's pristine streams or are after trophy smallmouth bass, catfish, or walleye, this video has you covered. I'll highlight key fishing regulations, licensing info, safety tips, and the top fishing spots you can’t miss. Plus, I’ll share a few hidden gems and an overview of the best places to fish in West Virginia map to help you plan your next trip. 0:00 Intro 0:36 Why West Virginia fishing is a must 0:43 Fishing license information and costs 3:23 Safety tips for anglers 5:01 Cheat Lake: Smallmouth paradise 5:53 Summersville Lake: Clear waters and limestone cliffs 6:33 New River: Trophy bass and more 7:31 Ohio River: Big species diversity 9:01 Elk River: Premier trout stream 9:35 Gauley River: Smallmouth heaven 10:15 Shenandoah River: Smallmouth fishing at its finest 12:01 Cheat River: Restored and thriving streams 12:59 The Jug and Middle Island Creek: Musky hotspot 13:45 Tucker and Randolph counties: Trout heaven near Davis 14:35 Final thoughts and blog link Ready to plan your wild and wonderful fishing adventure? Check out my blog for the full list of 51 locations with maps and details: https://www.aaronhunt.net/best-places.... Get Your West Virginia Fishing License: https://wvdnr.gov/buy-a-license/ Stay at Laurel River Club B&B: https://lrcbnb.com/ Overnight Fishing Trip on the New River: https://www.gauley.com/adventures/fis... Adventures on the Gorge: https://adventuresonthegorge.com/ Ace Adventure Resort: https://aceraft.com/