WV Wild Outdoors Since 2008
I-79 Exit 57

Hunt Near Us

Three Wildlife Management Areas within 45 minutes of our door. Stop in for licenses, ammo, and local tips before you head out.

We're just off I-79 Exit 57 — about 1,500 feet from the ramp, across from GoMart

Wildlife Management Areas

WMA

25 min

from shop

Burnsville Lake WMA

12,579 acres of public hunting land. Deer, turkey, grouse, small game. Class Q accessible. One-antlered-buck annual limit (minimum 14-inch outside antler spread), rut peaks Nov 10-18.

Hunting: Deer, Turkey, Grouse, Squirrel, Rabbit
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WMA

15 min

from shop

Elk River WMA

West Virginia's oldest WMA. Nearly 20,000 acres of mature hardwoods, steep ridges, and creek bottoms. Excellent turkey and squirrel hunting.

Hunting: Deer, Turkey, Squirrel, Grouse, Bear
Fishing: Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Walleye
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WMA

40 min

from shop

Stonewall Jackson Lake WMA

Rolling hills and lake access near Weston. Popular for waterfowl and deer.

Hunting: Deer, Turkey, Waterfowl
Fishing: Bass, Musky, Catfish
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WMA

30 min

from shop

Summersville Lake WMA

5,982 acres surrounding Summersville Lake. Deer, turkey, grouse, waterfowl, small game. NO BEAR HUNTING 2025 - Nicholas County removed from bear season.

Hunting: Deer, Turkey, Grouse, Squirrel, Waterfowl
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Lakes & Recreation Areas

Sutton Lake

45 min

1,440-acre Army Corps lake with great fishing and camping. Boat ramps, campgrounds, and swimming areas.

Fishing: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Walleye
Camping Available
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Summersville Lake

30 min

The 'Little Bahamas of the East' - 2,790 acres of crystal clear water. Great bass fishing and scuba diving.

Fishing: Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Catfish
Camping Available
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Burnsville Lake

25 min

968-acre state record muskie fishery. 15-inch walleye minimum. Crappie, bass, catfish. 3 boat ramps, marina rentals, 200+ campsites.

Fishing: Muskie, Walleye, Crappie, Bass, Catfish
Camping Available
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Stonewall Jackson Lake

40 min

2,650-acre state park lake. West Virginia's #1 bass fishery for 10+ years, plus trophy musky. Full-service marina with 370+ slips.

Fishing: Largemouth Bass, Musky, Crappie, Walleye, Catfish
Camping Available
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Campgrounds

Battle Run Campground

~20-25 min

117 campsites on Summersville Lake peninsula. 110 electric sites, 7 tent-only. Swimming beach, boat ramp. PETS PROHIBITED.

Camping Available
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Gerald R. Freeman Campground

~50 min

156 campsites on Sutton Lake. Full hookups available (30/50 amp). Boat ramp, playground, showers. LIMITED CELL SERVICE.

Camping Available
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Bakers Run Campground

~50 min

77 campsites on Sutton Lake. Electric hookups, waterfront sites available. Boat ramp on-site. Season: May 1 - Sept 30.

Camping Available
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Bee Run Campground

~45 min

12 primitive sites on Sutton Lake. NO electric, NO water, NO showers. First-come, first-served only.

Camping Available
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Briar Point Campground

~55 min

Scenic campground near Weston with electric sites, picnic areas, and access to hiking trails.

Camping Available
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National Forest

Monongahela National Forest

1 hour to nearest access

Nearly a million acres of public land across eastern WV. Endless hunting, fishing, and camping opportunities.

Hunting: Deer, Turkey, Bear, Grouse, Squirrel
Fishing: Trout, Smallmouth Bass
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Stop By Before You Head Out

We're right on your way. Grab your license, stock up on ammo, and we'll give you the latest on what's been hitting where.

Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm  |  Location: WV Wild Outdoors, 121 WV-82, Birch River, WV 26610