Night fishing can be very successful in the summer. The Jackson River offers a very diverse trout fishing opportunity. Special regulations exist on certain stretches of the river so fishermen should obtain a copy of the state fishing regulations. North of Lake Moomaw, the Hidden Valley and Poor Farm stretches of the river offer excellent fishing for stocked trout. Very popular with the fly fishermen is the 3-mile stretch between Poor Farm and Muddy Run.
Back Creek is a cold water fishery offering opportunities for both the fly and bait fisherman.
Laurel Fork , the northernmost stream in the district, offers an opportunity to catch native trout. The Cowpasture River features a warm water fishery. Here is an opportunity to hook bass well as perch and bass. The river flows through the Walton Tract where a canoe can be used to fish or just enjoy the scenery. The Pedlar District is not to be sneezed at.