Virginia offers excellent, extremely diverse angling opportunities. With over 176,000 acres of public lakes and 27,300 miles of fishable streams, Virginia is sure to provide something for every freshwater angler.
Notes from the Field
Explore the Wild on the Smith River: Hot Trout Fishing in Cold Summer Water
Looking for a great place to catch trout in cool water during the hottest months of the summer? Give the Smith River tailwater a try. Read more…
Three Flies for Summer Trout
If you’d like to simplify things, or are just getting into the sport and want three broadly effective patterns, give this trio of offerings a try. Read more…
Explore the Wild by Fishing at these Five Richmond-Area WMAs
Looking for a new place to fish? Explore the Wild at one of the Department's Wildlife Managements Areas near Richmond. Read more…