Stonecoal Lake in West Virginia

by  wvbowman

A self-supported trip created by wvbowman

Trip Overview

Stonecoal Lake is a small lake with a 9.9 hp motor limit. Most summer and winter days there are very few boats on the lake. Evenings are best.

Lake is about 3 miles long and half mile wide in most places. Surrounded by woods, it is a very clean lake. No roads near the lake keep it peaceful and quiet.

There are two put-ins on the lake. One on eaither end. This is a deep, green lake. Fishing is good. Trout stocked by local club in the spring. State record musky caught here several years ago.

Accommodations:

Porta potty at the public launch on west end of the lake. Jerry's has food, bait, toilets also.

Fees:

No fees nor permits required.

Directions:

2 miles outside of Weston on Rt 33 East. Turn right on Georgetown Road and go 3 miles to Jerry's Sporting Goods. Turn sharp left at Jerry's. Launch is half mile past

Trip Details

  • Trip Duration: Day Trip
  • Sport/Activity: Kayaking, Canoeing
  • Skill Level: Beginner
  • Water Type: Flat/Sheltered Water

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