Charles Fork Lake
Charles Fork Lake is a 65 acre lake southeast of Spencer in Roane County, off Route 36. It is known for tiger muskie and largemouth bass.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Muskellunge
Tiger muskie are a top fish here
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Charles Fork Lake ramp and dockRampBoat ramp and dock. Electric motors only. Shore access from trails.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 Charles Fork 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
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Charles Fork Lake ↗Local tips
- Troll the shoreline in 3 to 12 feet of water for muskie, as WVDNR suggests.
- Only electric motors are allowed, so bring a trolling motor or paddle.
- Check the rules before using live minnows, as some listings say they are banned.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.