This beautiful section of Paint Creek is included in West Virginia Department of Natural Resources’ catch-and-release area. Because of WV-Division of Natural Resources’ stocking efforts this section of Paint Creek attracts fishermen from all over the region and state. Nearby is a proposed 14 mile section of rail-trail which runs parallel to this secluded section of Paint Creek. There are 3 existing car parking spots with the potential of 2 more developable parking sites. 

Citizen groups, such as members of the Lower Paint Creek Watershed Association (LPCWA), have sponsored cleanups and water monitoring activities. LPCWA has been awarded West Virginia Watershed Resource Network’s Golden Garbage Can award. This recognition goes “to the watershed association which has made the best long-term progress in cleaning up solid waste in their watershed”. Through this type of action the watershed association has improved the conditions in the surrounding area, which has encouraged visitation and generally created a “presence” that promotes the feeling of community ownership.