Mercer County · stream · order 3 river · ~6 cfs typical
Big Spring Branch
Big Spring Branch is a stream in Mercer County, West Virginia. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from West Virginia's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
84°
61°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
86°
69°
12 mph
26%
Sun
Showers
77°
68°
14 mph
74%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Glen Lyn Flyash Pond1.9 mi
- East River2.0 mi
- Adair Run2.1 mi
- Glen Lyn Bottom Ash Pond2.1 mi
- Smith Branch2.9 mi
- Pigeon Creek3.5 mi
- Fivemile Creek3.6 mi
- Payne Branch4.0 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official WV regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Big Spring Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Big Spring Branch?+
Yes — West Virginia requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Big Spring Branch?+
Big Spring Branch is a stream in Mercer County, West Virginia. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.