Boone County · stream · order 3 river · ~8 cfs typical
James Branch
James Branch is a stream in Boone 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
81°
63°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
86°
67°
12 mph
31%
Sun
Showers
83°
68°
9 mph
75%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
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
- Cow Creek2.4 mi
- Matts Creek3.0 mi
- Robinhood Impoundment3.6 mi
- Wharton Number Two Mine Slurry Pond3.2 mi
- James Creek3.9 mi
- Jarrells Creek4.5 mi
- Bandy Branch5.0 mi
- Skin Fork5.3 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.
James Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish James 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 James Branch?+
James Branch is a stream in Boone County, West Virginia. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.