Fishing
Spring Fishing for Smallmouth Bass at Lake Moomaw
Learn all about targeting smallmouth in Lake Moomaw during the early spring from DWR's Angling Education Coordinator Alex McCrickard and others Watch…
Staunton River Walleye Tagging Study Update
An comprehensive update on the results and conclusions of the Staunton River walleye tagging study and survey. Read more…
Winter Trout Fishing the South Fork of the Holston River
The South Fork of the Holston River is one of the state’s greatest wild rainbow trout streams and a great site for winter fishing. Read more…
Top Lures for Shallow Water Winter Fishing
Fishing shallow during the winter months can be quite productive and sometimes yields surprising diversity of fish species to catch even in frigid conditions. Watch…
Want Winter Fishing? Lake Anna Awaits
Winter is a great time to explore Lake Anna as a top fishing destination as stripers, crappie and bass can often be caught during even the coldest days here. Read more…
Why You Should Take a Trip to the South Fork Holston River at the Buller Fish Cultural Station
A trip west to Buller Hatchery results in an unforgettable moment and an wonderful fly-fishing catch for Andrew! Read more…
Winter Fishing for Striped Bass on Virginia’s Lake Anna
Lake Anna is a winter hotspot when it comes to fishing for inland landlocked striped bass and hybrid striped bass. Watch…
Study of Musky Warm-Water Mortality Concluded
A cooperative study of warm-water muskellunge mortality showed a higher mortality rate but little impact on the population. Read more…
Explore the Wild: Find a Musky
Join the DWR Statewide Access Education Coordinator to find out the best places to launch and fish for these fish of a lifetime. Watch…