West Virginia Guided Fishing Trips on the New River

Fishing in West Virginia, by raft or by wading the river, means fine scenery, fiery smallmouth bass, wild mountain trout and as much fun as you can possibly reel in.

Whether you want to fight with fiesty smallmouth bass, battle it out with wily mountain trout or learn the ancient art of fly fishing, our fishing guides, Mountain State Anglers, will put you where the fish are.

Deep in the New and Gauley River Gorges, there are hundreds of miles of streams and rivers and virtually every mile is packed with fish. These boulder-rich waterways offer shade aplenty, which is exactly what our scaly friends prefer in a dining atmosphere. Consequently, it's not uncommon for our fishing guests to reel in 100 or more fish in a single day on the New River.

No, that's not a typo—our combination of excellent habitat, deep pools and swift currents are the ingredients that create one of the best fishing grounds in America. West Virginia's creeks are also teeming with aquatic life. Pocket water, short deep runs and large undercut boulders are some of the challenging water that you'll find on these beautiful streams—and mountain trout LOVE it. In fact, most of the streams that flow into the New River support wild and native trout. It's the East's best kept fishing secret!

Light tackle and fly fisherman of all skill levels can enjoy a relaxing and rewarding smallmouth bass or trout fishing trip with us. Custom outdoor sporting packages that including guided hunting segments are also available. (We call it Cast & Blast!)

Fly Fisherman Holds Brown Trout

Where to Get West Virginia Fishing Licenses

goWILD West Virginia, fishing licensesWest Virginia fishing licenses are required on both the New and Gauley Rivers. You can find them on-line at the West Virginia Division of Natural Resource's website by going to: www.wvdnr.gov/fishing/license.shtm

Trip
Min.
Age
 Rating Length Price  
1/2 Day Smallmouth Float 8 Family 4-4.5 hours $315+tax
for 2 pp		 Book Your Trip
Full-day Smallmouth Float 8 Adventure 7-8 hours $415+tax
for 2 pp		 Book Your Trip
2-Day Overnight Float Fishing 8 Adventure 2 Full Days, 1 night $475+tax per person Call To Book
3-Day Overnight Float Fishing 8 Adventure 3 Full Days, 2 nights $650+tax per person Call To Book
Summer Learn to Fly Fish 8 Adventure 7-8 hours $415+tax
for 2 pp		 Book Your Trip
Fall Learn to Fly Fish—Walk & Wade 12 Adventure 7-8 hours $215 for 1 $265 for 2 Call to Book
Full Day Walk & Wade 12 Adventure 7-8 hours $215 for 1 $265 for 2 Call to Book
Cast & Blast Fishing and Hunting 12 Adventure 7-8 hours $525 for 2 Call to Book

 *Float fishing trips are booked by boat of 2 anglers. Fishing license is not included.