Birds of the Lower Ohio River Valley in West Virginia

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Beech Fork Lake

Directions:  From Huntington, WV, take U.S. Route 152 South about 7 miles to Lavalette,WV.  Turn onto Beech Fork Road and go about 3 miles.

Description:  This 7,531 acre site is about 85% Oak-Hickory-Pine Forest and includes a lake of about 720 acres.  The forested area is excellent for passerine migration in spring and fall.  Water birds, such as ducks, gulls and terns can be found at the lake during migratory periods.  During winter the lake attracts geese, ducks, and gulls.