Grave Creek Wildlife Management Area

Grave Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA) is located in Marshall County, West Virginia, encompassing over 2,800 acres of mixed hardwood forests, riparian corridors, and open fields. The terrain is characterized by rolling hills and creeks, including the prominent Grave Creek and surrounding tributaries that provide important aquatic habitats. The area supports a rich variety of wildlife species, including white-tailed deer, wild turkey, small game, wild trout, and numerous songbirds. Established primarily to conserve native wildlife populations and provide regulated hunting and fishing opportunities, Grave Creek WMA is managed by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR). Anglers can fish in several streams offering native brook trout and stocked rainbow trout. Hunters visit seasonally for deer, turkey, and small game pursuits. The area is also popular for bird watching and hiking, with informal trails allowing exploration through dense forest and along scenic watercourses. No developed campgrounds exist within the WMA, but dispersed primitive camping is sometimes permitted with adherence to regulations. Accessibility to the site is via local county roads off WV State Route 2. Visitors value the area's quiet natural setting and the opportunity to experience West Virginia’s native forest ecosystems in a less-developed landscape. The conservation focus combined with seasonal outdoor recreation makes Grave Creek WMA an important natural resource for both local residents and outdoor enthusiasts.