Lakes
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Summers County
Pipestem Lake |
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Lake |
Pipestem Lake
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Acres |
16
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Directions |
Pipestem Lake is a 16-acre impoundment located in Pipestem State Park near the community of Pipestem in Summers County. It is accessible only to walk-in fishing by a paved trail near the main lodge or by horse trail near the stables.
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Description |
The lake was built in 1969 at with a maximum depth of 20 feet and an average depth of 10 feet. The use of live minnows as bait and night fishing are prohibited. A campground is located in the park with 50 deluxe combination trailer and tent camping sites that are rented on a first come, first served basis. The campground is open all year (no water hook-ups in winter). Two lodges (totaling 143 rooms) and 25 deluxe cabins also offer overnight accommodations.
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Fishery |
Pipestem Lake provides a warmwater fishery for largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish. Trout are stocked once each month February through May. Bluegill are abundant in the lake and a few large bass are taken in early spring or late fall. Fishing for channel catfish is good during the summer.
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National Forest |
National Forest Stamp is not required
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Boating |
Rental boats only
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Camping |
Camping permit required from area manager
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Spring Trout |
Stocked once each month February through May
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Fall Trout |
Does not receive Fall trout stocking
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Live Minnows |
Live minnows may not be used as bait
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Night Fishing |
Night fishing is not allowed
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Map |
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Other Site
Information
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Handicapped Access
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