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Boating At Tygart Lake In West Virginia

By AA-Boats & Boating Staff Writers

Tygart Lake, West Virginia

Free Public Boating & Watersport Activities

Tygart Lake, nestled in the picturesque Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia, offers a delightful boating experience for both locals and visitors alike. Boating enthusiasts are drawn to the serene waters of Tygart Lake, where they can indulge in various water sports and recreational activities. The lake's pristine beauty and tranquil surroundings make it an ideal destination for boating and unwinding amidst nature's wonders.

The marina at Tygart Lake provides convenient amenities for boaters, including boat slips, fueling stations, and boat maintenance services. Boaters can dock their vessels at the marina, making it easier to explore the lake and nearby attractions at their leisure.

Tygart Lake offers boat rentals to ensure that everyone can enjoy the boating experience. Rental boats, available by the hour or the day, provide an excellent opportunity to explore the lake without the need for boat ownership.

Boating season at Tygart Lake typically spans from spring to fall, giving enthusiasts ample time to enjoy the water and soak in the stunning natural scenery. The warmer months are especially popular for boating, as the pleasant weather makes for a more enjoyable experience on the lake.

Anglers also flock to Tygart Lake for its abundant fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and crappie, making it a prime destination for fishing enthusiasts seeking a rewarding catch.

Camping facilities around Tygart Lake offer a chance to extend the boating adventure. Visitors can camp alongside the lake, allowing them to wake up to breathtaking views and the gentle lapping of water against the shore.

Tygart Lake in West Virginia is a haven for boating enthusiasts, providing a picturesque setting, marina facilities, rental options, a prime fishing location, and opportunities for camping. Whether it's navigating the tranquil waters, engaging in thrilling water sports, or simply relishing the natural beauty, Tygart Lake promises an unforgettable boating experience for all who visit.

Boating, camping and fishing.

As an integral part of Tygart Lake Sate Park, Tygart Lake is a boating, fishing and outdoor recreation paradise. The lake covers 1,700 surface acres and has over 30 miles of shoreline. Marinas, camping, stores and restaurants are all convenient to visitors, and rental boats are available for fishing, boating and sight seeing. The park and lake is located in the northeast part of the state, in foothills of the Allegheny Mountains, at Grafton. There are several public boat launch ramps, as well as areas to portage kayaks or canoes. Swimming, camping, boating and fishing are all popular here, as well as hiking and other activities. Fishing enthusiasts will find bass, crappie, walleye, catfish, perch, white bass, muskie and pike all residing in this impoundment of the Tygart Valley River. Much of the shoreline is available for fishing from the bank.

Area Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

Camping

Tygart Lake State Park Campground - 304 265-6144

Lakeside Resort Campground - 304 265-4440

Tygart Lake Map

Fishing

Fish species found in Tygart Lake include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass, yellow perch, muskie and northern pike.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Channel catfish Flathead catfish Black crappie Walleye Bluegill White Bass Yellow Perch Muskie Northern pike

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Local Contact Information

Tygart Lake State Park
1240 Paul E Malone Rd
Grafton, WV 26354
304 265-6144

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