Jim Compton WMA Access
Jim Compton WMA Access
Jim Compton WMA provides public access to the Elk River in Webster County with a boat launch facility available for fishing and paddling.
Located along the scenic Elk River, this access site offers convenient launching for both motorized and non-motorized watercraft to explore approximately 18 miles of stocked trout waters and general fishing opportunities downstream.
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