Lake Moomaw Marina

The Lake Moomaw Marina boat ramp provides access to the scenic Jackson River and Lake Moomaw in western Virginia. This federal recreation area, managed by the U.S. Forest Service, offers a wide range of amenities for paddlers, anglers, and boaters.

The boat ramp is located near the Bolar Flat Marina and can accommodate both small trailered boats and hand-carried craft like kayaks and canoes. Lake Moomaw is a large, deep reservoir known for its excellent trout fishing as well as populations of bass, crappie, and other warm-water species. The lake offers miles of shoreline to explore, with several additional public access points along its shores.

Nearby campgrounds and picnic areas make this an ideal destination for a day or multi-day trip on the water. Paddlers should be aware of typical reservoir conditions, including fluctuating water levels and potential wind. As with any boating activity, it's important to check current conditions, wear appropriate safety gear, and follow all local regulations.

Overview
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a complete family destination offering a wide variety of activities and camping options. Standard, tent-only and group camping facilities are perched along Lake Sherwood, the largest lake in the Monongahela National Forest.

Swimming beaches, a picnic area, boat ramp and several hiking trails are among the features of the area.Recreation
Anglers seek...

Overview
Lake Sherwood Recreation Area is a complete family destination offering a wide variety of activities and camping options. Standard, tent-only and group camping facilities are perched along Lake Sherwood, the largest lake in the Monongahela National Forest.

Swimming beaches, a picnic area, boat ramp and several hiking trails are among the features of the area.Recreation
Anglers seek tiger muskie, channel catfish, bullhead, bluegill and
largemouth bass. Boating is a big draw as well.

Hikers have the option of exploring Lake Sherwood Trail, Upper Meadow Trail, Meadow Mountain Trail and Meadow Creek.Facilities
Each campsite has a parking spur, tent pad, picnic table, fire ring and lantern post. Showers are accessible.

All camping areas are served by restrooms with running water, flush toilets, hot showers and electricity (available during the summer season only). In the spring and fall, vault toilets and a hand pump well are available.

The parking aprons are gravel and some are up to 20 feet wide. No electrical, sewage or water hook-ups are available, but there is a dump station on-site.

Other amenities include a playground, picnic shelters and volleyball courts.Natural Features
At an elevation of 2,600 feet, Lake Sherwood spans 156 acres. The recreation area is part Monongahela National Forest, which comprises about a million acres of forest in West Virginia, and attracts 1.3 million visitors each year.

A variety of animals make their home here, including black bear, coyote, wild turkey, white-tailed deer, red and gray fox, bobcat, fisher, otter and mink.
Nearby Attractions
The Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia is a 15 minute drive. The West Virginia State Fair, held in August each year, is located 30 minutes away in Lewsiburg, West Virginia.

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