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South Branch Potomac River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

West Virginia, United States

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Brown trout

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Rainbow trout

21 in · 4 lb 3 oz

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Smallmouth bass

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Blue catfish

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Blue catfish

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General info

South Branch Potomac River is a stream located in Grant County, West Virginia, United States. It is also intersecting with Allegany County, Maryland, Highland County, Virginia, and Hampshire County, West Virginia. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Rainbow trout, and Channel catfish.

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38°58′44.2″N 79°12′29.9″W
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Fishing regulations at South Branch Potomac River, WV

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in West Virginia can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about South Branch Potomac River fishing

the South Branch Potomac River is a stream located in Grant County, West Virginia, United States. It is also intersecting with Allegany County, Maryland, Highland County, Virginia, and Hampshire County, West Virginia. Its coordinates are:
38°58′44.2″N 79°12′29.9″W
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