Plum Orchard Lake
Plum Orchard Lake is in the Plum Orchard Wildlife Management Area in western Fayette County, about 9 miles southwest of Oak Hill. It is known for clear water and large bluegill, bass and channel catfish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Works well from late March on
Bluegill
Large fish take worms and small spinners
Channel Catfish
Stocked, best at night
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Plum Orchard Lake boat rampsRampFour launch ramps, including a concrete ramp. Boat rentals available. Reached from WV-23 via Plum Orchard Road.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 Plum Orchard 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
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Sam's Bar & Bait & TackleNearby1309 Main St E, Oak Hill, WV 25901(304) 469-3131Directions ↗
Local tips
- Live minnows are not allowed as bait.
- Night fishing with natural bait is good for channel catfish.
- Skiing and jet skis are prohibited.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.