Bluestone Lake
Bluestone Lake is an Army Corps of Engineers reservoir on the New River near Hinton in Summers County. It is known for smallmouth bass, catfish, walleye and hybrid striped bass.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Smallmouth Bass
Fish riprap and grass with spinnerbaits and jigs
Walleye
Special slot limit applies
Channel Catfish
Night fishing often beats daytime
Crappie
Brush and points, dawn and dusk
Wiper
Hybrid striped bass. Chase surface-feeding schools and points with wind.
Muskellunge
Big baits along weed edges and rock bars, best in fall.
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Pit Area boat launchRampFull-service ramp off Route 20 in Bluestone Lake WMA.Directions ↗
- Bluestone Lake MarinaMarina661 Marina Lane, Hinton. Rentals and fuel. 304-466-1010.Directions ↗
- Bluestone State ParkRampSmaller launch for jon boats and canoes.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WV DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Bluestone Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: West Virginia Division of Natural Resources ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- PC Bait & TackleNearby250 Greenbrier Dr, Hinton, WV 25951(304) 466-1444Directions ↗
Local tips
- Walleye from 20 to 30 inches must go back in the water.
- Look for channel catfish near the river end of the lake.
- Indian Creek is stocked with trout from February to May.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.