South Mill Creek Lake is a beautiful little lake in nestled amongst the rolling hills of Patterson Creek Mountain in the shadow of the WV mountains.It is a tributary of the South Branch of the Potomac River which flows to the Chesapeake Bay. It has a easily accessible boat dock for small boats. Only electric motors are allowed. Large gas engines are off limits to this quite peaceful retreat. The gates are opened at 6:00 until 10:00 pm. No over night camping is allowed, but night fishing can be accomplished by parking out side the gate and walking.
Their picnic area is well maintained with numerous picnics tables. Cooking grills are also supplied. You can grap some food and head for the lake for a lovely day of fishing. A deck and walking trails make fishing from the banks possible. It's not necessary to have a boat to enjoy this beautiful little hid away.
The West Virginia Department of Natural Resources stocks rainbow trout under their BW code, which translated means, once in February and every other week March - May. WV is known for stocking big fish. Some times they release their breeders. They are really big fish. There are numerous big bass, crappie and cat fish. Both blue cat fish and channel cat occupy this lake. Don't forget Free Fishing Days June 7th and 8th. There is a limitation sign posted at the dock, so please check with DNR before you start reeling them in.
The fishermen on the boating dock have a stringer full of rainbow trout. The deck is located directly beneath the picnic area. The grass is mowed regularly during the summer. There is ampule parking and I the picnic tables are handicap accessible.
Do remember to bring a snack for the greeter duck. He looks forward to it.
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