Mercer County · stream · order 3 river · ~3 cfs typical
Puzzle Branch
Puzzle 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
77°
61°
8 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
81°
64°
13 mph
28%
Sun
Showers
72°
64°
14 mph
73%
→ 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
- Bear Creek1.8 mi
- Piney Branch2.2 mi
- Mash Fork3.2 mistocked May 4, 2026
- Clark Branch3.2 mi
- Marsh Fork3.6 mi
- Trace Creek4.0 mi
- North Fork Mountain Creek4.3 mi
- Flat Top Lake5.5 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.
Puzzle Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Puzzle 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 Puzzle Branch?+
Puzzle Branch is a stream in Mercer County, West Virginia. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.