Panther Wildlife Management Area
Panther Wildlife Management Area, located along Panther Creek in southwestern McDowell County, West Virginia. It is 7,820 acres (3,160 ha)[1] in size. As Almost Heaven’s southernmost state forest, Panther State Forest occupies 26 acres within the 7,810 acres of the Panther Wildlife Management Area. Its heavily wooded surroundings offer a range of outdoor amenities from hiking, geocaching, scenic overlooks, to hunting and fishing. During the summer, visitors can cool off in the swimming pool or watch little ones splash in the wading pool. Picnic shelters are available to reserve and the group camp is perfect for family reunions and larger overnight gatherings. Panther Creek is stocked seasonally with trout and is available to those with a valid WV Fishing License and adherence to creel limits. Panther State Forest and the surrounding Wildlife Management Area offer excellent opportunities for archery-only deer hunting. Panther is also known for the turkey and grouse hunting. Proper WV Hunting License and adherence to season dates and bag limits are required. All State Forest and Wildlife Management Area regulations are to be followed. **ATVs/UTVs, equestrian riding and mountain biking are prohibited in the State Forest and Wildlife Management Area.**
| Panther Wildlife Management Area | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
 Panther Creek | |
  Location of Panther WMA in West Virginia | |
| Location | McDowell, West Virginia, United States |
| Coordinates | 37°25′24″N 81°52′35″W |
| Area | 7,820 acres (31.6 km2)[1] |
| Elevation | 1,650 ft (500 m) |
| Website | wvstateparks |