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
Angler Spotlight: Neil Lamm Caught a Close-to-Home Trout Slam
Neil Lamm caught all three trout for his Virginia Trout Slam in his home county. Read more…
Virginia Trout Slam Challenge
Join two of our DWR fisheries biologists as they attempt the Virginia Trout Slam Challenge. Watch…
October 2020 Fishing Report
We highlight conditions and techniques for targeting fall smallmouth bass on rivers and streams across the Commonwealth in addition to agency updates on fall trout stocking. Watch…