Piss Pot Island

Piss Pot Island is a river formation in the South Branch of the Potomac River in West Virginia. The island sits surrounded by American sycamores and silver maples, with Mill Creek joining the river along its western shore and Wergman Run entering from the northeast.

The island appeared on the first detailed map of Virginia and Maryland created by Joshua Fry and Peter Jefferson in 1751. Its documented presence on this early map shows it has been a recognized geographic feature for centuries.

The Williams family, residing at the nearby Sycamore Dale plantation house, maintains ownership of this natural formation in the Potomac River.

The island can be viewed from the Romney Bridge or the Northwestern Turnpike. Local fishermen access it directly through the river.

Mill Creek flows into the South Branch along the western shore of the island, while Wergman Run enters the river on the northeastern side.

Location: West Virginia

GPS coordinates: 39.33490,-78.78110

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22