Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Past sunset (8:34 PM)
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — August 1
local timeWaning Gibbous (91% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Elk River WMA
| Location | West Virginia |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Sutton Lake |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 38.653793, -80.664806 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Braxton |
Elk River WMA is a public boat launch providing access to Sutton Lake in West Virginia at coordinates 38.65379, -80.66481. Data published by West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WV DNR).
Elk River WMA is a public boat launch on Sutton Lake in Braxton County, West Virginia. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elk River WMA
Is Elk River WMA free to use?
Yes, Elk River WMA is a public boat launch with free access in West Virginia.
What water does Elk River WMA access?
Elk River WMA provides boat launch access to Sutton Lake in West Virginia.
How do I get to Elk River WMA?
Elk River WMA is located at coordinates 38.653793, -80.664806 in West Virginia. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 5.3 mi of Elk River WMA, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.