In Charleston, Daniel Boone Park has public ramp and fishing access.

In Fayette County at Mile 37(new 98), Kanawha Falls has fishing and a picnic area.

Just above Gauley Bridge, Elkem Hydro Station has public fishing access.

At Ansted, take Hawk’s Nest Tram to fish and paddleboat. www.hawksnestsp.com

On Rt. 19 South take guided fishing tours on the New River.

Rt. 19 North has two beautiful lakes, Summersville Lake www.summersvillecvb.com and Sutton Lake, each offering full recreational facilities. 

Fishing is also available at Babcock Park. www.babcocksp.com

Canoe or fish the lazy Greenbrier River in Lewisburg.

In the west, near Huntington Beech Fork State Park offers fishing , boating and lakeside camping. www.beechforksp.com

Visit www.wvdnr.gov for full info on regulations and locations.