The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Jennings Randolph Lake
Mineral County, West Virginia · 950 acres (1.5 sq mi)
Level 1448 ft, calm this afternoon.
About Jennings Randolph Lake
Jennings Randolph Lake is a reservoir in Mineral County, West Virginia, covering 950 acres. It lies on the North Branch Potomac River. Jennings Randolph Lake straddles the Maryland-West Virginia border and was originally named Bloomington Dam.
From end to end it runs about 2.1 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 10.2 miles. At about 1,440 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The deepest water is about 296 ft. Westernport lies about 5.5 miles to the northeast.
- Size
- 950 acres (1.5 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 296 ft
- Shoreline
- About 10.2 miles
- End to end
- About 2.1 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,440 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- River
- North Branch Potomac River
- County
- Mineral County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Fair
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 8 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 13 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 9 mph
- 4:15 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in West Virginia, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Bluegill and sunfish
- Catfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
7-day trend: not enough daily readings yet.
Latest reading .
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:58 am · sunset 5:02 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Jennings Randolph Lake
- Westernportabout 5.5 mi northeast
- Keyserabout 8 mi east
- Lonaconingabout 12 mi northeast
- Mountain Lake Parkabout 12 mi west
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Questions about Jennings Randolph Lake
What fish are in Jennings Randolph Lake?
Lakes like Jennings Randolph Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and catfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Jennings Randolph Lake?
About 296 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Jennings Randolph Lake?
950 acres, with about 10.2 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Jennings Randolph Lake?
Westernport is about 5.5 miles northeast; Keyser is about 8 miles east.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Jennings Randolph Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Jennings Randolph Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
