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Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area

Park · Anawalt, West Virginia

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Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area is a 1,792-acre protected area located in McDowell County, West Virginia. It is managed by the Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources. The terrain at Anawalt lake is steep, and covered with a second-growth hardwood forest.

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Weather at Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area?
Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area is a park in Anawalt, West Virginia.
Can you swim at Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area?
There is no fixed answer for Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area in Anawalt, West Virginia. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area rated?
Anawalt Lake Wildlife Management Area in Anawalt, West Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 37 reviews.

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Anawalt, WV 24808

Anawalt, West Virginia 24808

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