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Located in Corley, Braxton County, Saltlick Pond offers convenient public access for kayakers, canoeists, and small boaters. The ramp is easily accessible from Route 1 south via Salt Pond Road—simply take the exit, bear left under the highway, and you'll find the boat ramp on your left with parking available on the right. This is a WVDNR-maintained access site, part of West Virginia's network of over 500 public fishing and boating access points.
The area makes an excellent base for water recreation, with several camping options nearby including Bakers Run, Bee Run, and reservable sites at Riffle Run Campground. Paddlers looking to explore beyond Saltlick Pond will find two major recreation destinations within 10 miles: Sutton Lake offers 40 miles of scenic shoreline ideal for fishing and boating in the wooded hills of central West Virginia, while Burnsville Lake provides numerous recreational opportunities including hunting and additional access points. Whether you're launching a kayak for a quiet paddle or taking out a small motorboat, this straightforward access point serves as a good jumping-off point for exploring the region's water recreation options.