Stocking locations are updated Monday through Friday and can be found online at WVdnr.gov. Virginia offers nearly 3,000 miles of streams that are stocked with trout. Trout fishing across the upper southeast (like West Virginia) and the mid-Atlantic is a popular pastime. In addition to trout stocking, West Virginia is currently experiencing peak fall foliage throughout the state making West Virginia State Parks ideal places to enjoy both fishing and fall scenery. Sign up to receive of FREE copy of West Virginia Explorer Magazine in your email weekly. Justice also directed the WVDNR to add more lakes and streams to the stocking schedule, including state parks and forests. We are always excited to bring fishing opportunities to West Virginians and visitors to our beautiful state, and the amazing thing is, the opportunities keep getting better, said WVDNR Director Stephen McDaniel. At various spots throughout the state, you can expect to catch rainbow trout, brook trout, and brown trout. 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This post has been produced by the staff at PremierAngler.com. It's been a hot and dry couple of months, but the fall trout stocking season is shaping up to be a good one thanks to recent rain, cooler temperatures and the arrival of beautiful autumn color. Trout stocking updates are also posted online atWVdnr.gov/fish-stocking. However, in light of the COVID-19 quarantine guidelines, we are asking anglers to stay clear of our trout stocking staff and always maintain appropriate social distancing between other anglers. The following West Virginia waters were stocked with trout the week of Jan. 30-Feb. 3, 2023. Even for anglers who specialize in other species, its hard to pass up an opportunity for great trout fishing. Virginia Trout Stocking Schedule: The Best Fishing in 2022, Best Tools, Gear and Gadgets to Have on Your Boat, ISLE Sportsman Review: Fishing From a High-End Paddle Board, Jackson River (Hidden Valley)[National Forest Water], Scottsville Lake (Was Named: Mink Creek Reservoir), Jackson River (Rt. He has been an outdoors writer for West Virginia Explorer since 2001. The following West Virginia waters were stocked with trout the week of Jan. 2327, 2023. Justice said. Trout Stocking in West Virginia, February 21-24, 2023. Justice announces New Fall Monster Trout Stocking Program. To sweeten the pot, some of these golden rainbow trout have been affixed with a numbered tag. Lakes and streams receiving a fall trout stocking are listed below. 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While you wont have a chance to catch salmon like you could out west, Virginia does stock nearly a million catchable fish across three popular species each year. Schedule is subject to change and will be updated as available. 2022. Premier Angler - The World Lives Outdoors. Office of the Governor For a complete list of stocking locations and frequency of stockings, anglers should consult pages 14 and 15 of the 2023 West Virginia Fishing Regulations Summary, available to download atWVDNR.gov/fishing-regulations. Swimming or bathing. Articles on Premier Angler may contain affiliate links. West Virginia Trout Stocking Schedules Jan. 30-Feb. 3, 2023 Will Reedy - February 6, 2023 West Virginia Explorer Magazine publishes an updated list of waters stocked by the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources as the division publishes announcements. Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Employment | Affiliates Intranet Headwaters, Mash Fork of Camp Creek (Children & Class Q), West Fork Greenbrier River (railroad grade), North Branch Potomac River (Jennings Randolph Tailwaters), Elk River (Randolph/Webster) vehicle issues: location stocked: 1.5 miles below Whitaker Falls, North Fork South Branch (Catch and Release), Left Fork Buckhannon River (rail stocking), Shavers Fork (upper section rail stocking Cheat Bridge to Beaver Creek), Shavers Fork (upper section rail stocking C&R section), Shavers Fork (lower section rail stocking Bowden to Bemis), Shavers Fork (lower section rail stocking downstream of C&R/High Falls), North Branch of Potomac River (Jennings Randolph Tailwaters), Greenbrier River (Cass section) *Gold Rush*, Mash Fork of Camp Creek (Childrens and Class Q), North Branch Potomac River (J.R. Tailwaters), Raleigh County Airport Pond (Children & Class Q), Laurel Fork of Clear Fork of Guyandotte River (Children & Class Q), North Fork Potomac River (Jennings Randolph Tailwaters), *Due to inclimate weather and poor road conditions, there is not trout stocking scheduled today*, Pinnacle Creek (upper and lower sections), Shavers Fork (upper section rail stocking Cheat Bridge to Spruce and Shavers Fork C&R), Shavers Fork (upper section rail stocking C&R section and downstream of C&R to Bemis), Shavers Fork (lower section rail stocking High Falls and Bowden to Bemis sections), Shavers Fork C&R (Stuarts Park Recreation Area), North Branch of Potomac River (JR Tailwaters), Kanawha County State Forest Pond (Children & Class Q), Logan County Airport Pond (Children & Class Q), Clear Fork of Guyandotte River (delayed harvest), North Branch Potomac River (JR Tailwaters), Left Fork of Right Fork of Buckhannon River, Shavers Fork (Stuarts Park Recreation Area), Grand Prize: Three nights at Blackwater Falls State Park, One-night cabin stay at state parks or forests throughout the state, South Branch Smokehole (Catch and Release), North Fork of South Branch (Catch and Release). Designations in parentheses denote county or other identifying information as needed. To learn more about fishing opportunities and trout stockings in West Virginia, visitWVDNR.gov/fishing. Precautions will be enforced for the safety of both anglers and hatchery staff, however. Each water will be stocked each week for a total of two stockings. This marks the first time in several decades that Mountain State anglers will have the opportunity to catch the unique species. SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV The following waters were stocked with trout during the week of April 4, including golden rainbow trout stockings as part of theWest Virginia Gold Rushwhich ended on April 9. Virginia is no exception as thousands of anglers take to the Old Dominion in search of trout each year. Anglers are also encouraged to explore places to fish in the interactive fishing map available online atmapwv.gov/huntfish.To learn more about West Virginias fishing regulations and to purchase a fishing license and trout stamp, visitWVdnr.gov. Some of the prizes include merchandise from the Gold Rush initiative and paid getaways to some of the states most scenic destinations. BUCKHANNON The Upshur County Commission agreed to sign a letter of support for a project to extend water services to residents on Murphys Station Road. March 22, 2022 - 2:14 pm. Jim Justice today announced the launch of a new fall Monster Trout stocking program to coincide with West Virginia's regular fall trout stocking during the weeks of Oct. 17 and Oct. 24, 2022, and a special contest alongside the stocking. Shed hunting isn't easy, but can offer unique opportunities. Copyright 2022 WVVA. Anthony Creek Big Clear Creek Blackwater River Brandywine Lake Buckhannon River Buffalo Fork Lake Cacapon Park Lake Currently, we have $30 million in renovations to hatcheries underway. To purchase your Kansas hunting and fishing licenses, permits and boat registrationsvisit, https://license.gooutdoorskansas.com/. Licenses and stamps may be purchased at 175 retail locations across the state or online at WVFish.com. 623)[National Forest Water], Bark Camp Lake [Heritage Day Water][National Forest Water], Pedlar River (Lower)[National Forest Water], Whitetop Laurel (Lower)[National Forest Water], Whitetop Laurel (Upper)[National Forest Water], South Fork Holston River (Buller Dam)[National Forest Water], Briery Branch Lake[National Forest Water], Little Stony Creek[National Forest Water], Beartree Lake [Heritage Day Water][National Forest Water], Lower Sherando Lake[National Forest Water], Upper Sherando Lake[National Forest Water], Cripple Creek (Ravens) [Heritage Day Water]. The yellow color makes them easy to spot in a clear stream or lake and they tend to be far more wary of their surroundings. During this period, 50,000 golden rainbow trout will be stocked in waters throughout West Virginia.