river in West Virginia, USA
Tannin-stained water dropping through Blackwater Falls and its rugged canyon - stocked trout in the state park and a dedicated catch-and-release reach. Located in the Canaan Valley and Blackwater Falls State Park in Tucker County.
Blackwater River is a river in West Virginia, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Blackwater River can target species including Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Blackwater River.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Blackwater River. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Blackwater River:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Blackwater River:
Anglers at Blackwater River can target species including Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Blackwater River before you cast a line.
Blackwater River is a river in West Virginia, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.