Guide To Fishing At Cheat Lake
AKA: Cheat Lake Reservoir

Public boat ramps and two marinas welcome visitors for boating and fishing at Cheat Lake, a 1,770-acre lake in the northeast part of the state, at Morgantown. Walleye, bass, perch and catfish are popular here.
The lake also has nice populations of northern pike, white bass and sunfish. Much of the 26 miles of shoreline is lined with homes and boat docks, other areas are open.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, walleye, bluegill, white bass, yellow perch and northern pike at Cheat Lake in West Virginia.
Primary fish species residing in Cheat Lake
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
Cheat Lake Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Sunset Beach Marina
Rentals: Kayaks and pontoon boats
304 594-0050
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Sunset Beach Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Sunset Beach Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
Click here for a West Virginia Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
McCollum Camping Area - 800 225-5982
Sand Springs Camping Area - 304 594-2415
Rhododendron Camping Area - 304 594-1561
Cheat Lake WV Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Cheat Lake
Sunset Beach Marina
Sunset Beach Rd
Morgantown, WV 26508
304 594-0050
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Cheat Lake in WV
WEST VIRGINIA


Fishing for bass, white bass and perch in northeast WV.