Fishing at Kera Lakes, Jackson County, West Virginia

• Overview

  Kera Lakes is one of the Jackson County listings for West Virginia. It lies 650 feet above sea level. This is a pocket water of some 5 acres, and every part of it is reachable from the bank. It lies lower than most water we list in West Virginia. Nearest place of any size is Ravenswood, 3.5 miles away. Meads sits 60 miles out, and it is the nearest city worth the name. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Kera Lakes

  The records we hold are silent on depth, so plan to find it yourself. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Species logged across Jackson County include bluegill, common carp and gizzard shad. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. Kera Lakes fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 74°F, the coldest about 31°F. The year turns gently, without extremes at either end. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. It sets the rhythm of the year at Kera Lakes.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. Parking sits half a mile out, which makes for a walk with tackle. For the carp, bait a margin spot and sit on it; corn and bread still work. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Should this one be busy, Turkey Run Lake is 4 miles off. Check the position on Kera Lakes before loading the car.