7-Day Forecast
Today
74°F
9 to 13 mph NW
Fri
77°F
6 to 9 mph W
Sat
69°F
5 to 8 mph W
Sun
63°F
8 mph NE
Mon
66°F
3 to 9 mph SE
Tue
64°F
12 mph S
Wed
67°F
5 to 9 mph W
Overview
Trout Pond Recreation Area boasts two bodies of water, Rock Cliff Lake and Trout Pond. Relax on a sandy mountain beach or fish for stocked trout while relaxing along the cool waters of Rock Cliff Lake. Trout Pond, home to native Brook trout, is the only natural lake in West Virginia. A designated swimming area, easy lakeside trails, and a children's playground make this a perfect family destination.
A trail surrounding the entire lake provides bank fishing access at Rock Cliff Lake. All types of boating from motor to sailboats are welcome. Hike the Trout Pond Loop trail, an easy 4-mile excursion, with an optional 2-mile side route, to an overlook of Rockcliff Lake. For a more challenging hike, a connecting trail provides a steep climb up Long and Devil's Hole Mountains.
Campsites come with a campfire ring and picnic table, and some of have electric hookups. Hot showers and flush toilets are an easy walk away from each site. The day-use area includes a white-sand swim beach, boat ramp, showers, playground and 30 picnic sites.
Rock Cliff Lake is a 17-acre man-made lake with a maximum depth of 36 feet and an average depth of 12 feet. Trout Pond, the naturally formed lake, was created by a sinkhole that filled with mountain stream water and run-off from Long Mountain. Trout Pond can vary in waterflow. Please visit the Forest Service website for our most up to date conditions. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (540) 984-4101 for general information.
group shelter nonelectric 1-50 people $65, 51-100 people $100, standard non electric is $19.00 per night
Location
Elevation
2,001 ft
RV Information
Up to 99 ft
Maximum RV Length
Trailers up to 99 ft
47 sites with electric
Today
74°F
9 to 13 mph NW
Fri
77°F
6 to 9 mph W
Sat
69°F
5 to 8 mph W
Sun
63°F
8 mph NE
Mon
66°F
3 to 9 mph SE
Tue
64°F
12 mph S
Wed
67°F
5 to 9 mph W
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