It might not often make the news, but West Virginia has streams with both healthy fish populations and good public access. Historic: Little Kanawha: 1982: Middle Fork River: Randolph: Headwaters to Lantz: 22 Craig Miller, resident expert and owner of Serenity Now Outfitters (in Lewisburg), introduced me to it. Wed Sep 20-Sep 29 Fri. West Virginia Fall Foliage. A perfect imitation of the ubiquitous dragonfly built with a compelling yet simple approach. As the second-largest coal-producing U.S. state, West Virginia is also home to the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, where curious travelers can ride through the passages of a former coal mine. Check out Shepherdstown Pedal & Paddle for adventures along the Potomac. Full of travel tips, instruction, and amazing deals for your next visit. Learn to tie the RS2 with master tier Charlie Craven. RICHWOOD, W.Va. (WCHS) The town of Richwood in Nicholas County sits at the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Cherry River. White Water Rafting. Born out of a COVID-19 relief bill, New River Gorge became the nation's 63rd national park in December 2020. Cicada Mania. Perhaps the most well-known destination in West Virginia, Harpers Ferry is more than a quaint 19th-century town. It's the season where Almost Heaven comes alive. 4. This is when highs typically hover around the mid-80s and can reach up to the high-80s. Also fish black and brown Woolly Buggers and Goldilox streamers in sizes 6 to 10. Area to Parsons), South Branch of the Potomac(US 220 to Smoke Hole Picnic Area), South Branch of the Potomac(Smoke Hole Picnic Area to Petersburg), South Branch of the Potomac (Petersburg to Sector), Williams River (Tea Creek to Three Forks). Without exception, the Cranberry River is the best trout stream in West Virginia. If the native brookies don't grab your attention, then wild browns and rainbows, some surpassing 22 inches, certainly will. The Cherry River is a tributary of the Gauley River in southeastern West Virginia in the United States. 2. Hatch Guide. During this time, the Summersville Dam is drained, which creates 22 perfect and predictable levels of whitewater just waiting to be experienced. The area was the site of world's 2nd oil field.) Mill Whistle Arts & Heritage Center, Main Street 8:00 P.M. - 12 A.M. (midnight) Nightly Swim City Pool, $5.00 Admission Sunday, August 1 at 12 Noon When you emerge from the tunnels, explore the Coal Camp, with restored original buildings including the Pemberton Coal Camp Church and the Helen Coal Camp School, then stop by the Youth Museum of Southern West Virginia, which features a planetarium and a recreated homestead from the late 19th century.