Burnsville Lake
Burnsville Lake is a 968-acre Army Corps reservoir at summer pool, in Braxton County near I-79. It is known for big bass, muskie and walleye.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Fish over 5 lb reported
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Walleye
15 in minimum
Muskellunge
Home of a state record muskie
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Boat launches
5 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Riffle Run Day Use AreaRampRamp, plus a private marina with rentals, snacks and tackleDirections ↗
- Bulltown Day Use AreaRampBoat rampDirections ↗
- Bulltown Camping AreaRampBoat rampDirections ↗
- Burnsville DocksMarinaMarina store with live and artificial bait, tackle and rentalsDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WV DNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye Fish under 15 in must be released | 15 in | 8 |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at 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.
- Burnsville DocksNearby2746 S Main St, Burnsville, WV 26335Directions ↗
Local tips
- Shore access is limited, so a boat works best.
- Bass tournaments run here, so expect company on weekends.
- Walleye under 15 inches must be released.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.