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Smallmouth Bass Fishing in West Virginia

The New River Gorge National River offers 53 miles of world-class smallmouth bass fishing. The New River has long been rated as one of the top ten smallmouth bass fishing rivers in the country. Twelve miles of the New River have been designated as catch and release smallmouth bass fishing. Once started down the river you can tell instantly that you’ve come to a very unique place. The New River has an unusual northerly flow and is estimated to be one of the oldest rivers in North America. Large sandstone boulders, deep pools, swift runs and steep canyon walls up to 1,000’ are what you’ll find here. The abundance of New River smallmouth bass is due in part to the inaccessibility of the New River Gorge and the success of catch and release fishing. Our professional guides, quality equipment and extensive knowledge of the New River will ensure a safe and memorable trip.

Full Day Smallmouth Bass Fishing Trip:
This trip goes out when the smallmouth bass are most active, either early morning or afternoon, allowing you approximately 8 hours of prime West Virginia smallmouth bass fishing. Covering seven to twelve miles of the New River, depending upon water level, this trip will provide a wide variety of fishing situations. Gourmet riverside lunch, drinks, snacks, tackle and transportation to and from the river provided

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Half Day Smallmouth Bass Fishing Trip:
This trip goes out when smallmouths are often most active, early morning or late afternoon. If you are on a tight schedule but still want to experience smallmouth bass fishing on the New River...this trip is for you. This trip will give you approximately 4 hours of quality smallmouth bass fishing. Snacks, drinks, tackle and transportation to and from the river provided.

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Overnight Smallmouth Bass Fishing Trip:
If you really want a chance to relax and enjoy the beauty of the New River then two or three days are better than one. Day one is spent pursuing New River smallies until your appetite can’t take it anymore. Then it’s time to head to the riverside camp for relaxation and a feast. We have a designated gear boat and “gear boater” that sets up the camp long before we arrive. When we hit the beach your tent with sleeping cots are set up and your dry gear is waiting for you. Once you settle in, a superb steak dinner with all the trimmings like salad, corn on the cob, baked potato, hot bread and of course dessert will be prepared to perfection. The next morning you’ll wake up to the smell of fresh coffee and the splendor of the river. We prepare a large breakfast that includes eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, cereal, orange juice, milk and cinnamon apples. Soon after breakfast you’re on your way for another spectacular day of fishing on the New. We can do float trips up to five days. Our most popular trips are our two and three day trips. All meals, drinks, tackle and transportation provided. Overnight trips can be booked for up to 5 days; Personal sleeping bag is required.

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Please Note:
Please call 1-800-545-7238, or send us an e-mail, for availability and rates for one angler. All trips are catch and release only, with artificial lures and flies only. Prices do not include 6% sales tax or guide gratuity.