West Virginia Forests Blackwater WMA

West Virginia Blackwater WMA - Unit Overview

Unit Blackwater WMA for the majority of game species covers approximately 61,316 acres, and the majority of this unit is comprised of public land. The dominant land cover for Unit Blackwater WMA is deciduous forest. From September through December, this unit receives an average of 3.90 inches of precipitation a month and the heaviest rainfall is in December. Temperatures during hunting seasons typically range from 29°F to 59°F.