The terrain at Anawalt lake is steep, and covered with a second-growth hardwood forest.

A mixed oak-hickory forest habitat dominates the drier slopes, with yellow poplar and black cherry in the moister coves.

Anawalt Lake WMA is located about 20 miles (32 km) southeast of Welch.

Hunting opportunities include bear, grouse, deer, squirrel, and turkey.

Fishing opportunities in 7-acre (2.8 ha) Anawalt Lake include stocked trout, largemouth bass, bluegill and channel.