Virginia Fishing Report Videos
February 2021 Fishing Report
Learn all about fishing Lake Orange, located in Orange County. Watch…
January 2021 Fishing Report
Learn all about fishing Lake Chesdin, located on the Chesterfield/Dinwiddie County line. Experts give tips on tackle, baits to use, and what to expect at this extremely popular fishing destination. Watch…
December 2020 Fishing Report
Updates on fishing conditions, trout stocking, and where to go fishing to possibly catch a state record Saugeye! Watch…
Virginia Fishing Forecasts
- Walleye Fishing Forecast
- Large Reservoir Fishing Forecasts
- Bass Fishing – Small Impoundment Ranking Report
- Largemouth Bass Fishing – Reservoir Ranking Report
- Smallmouth Bass Rivers Overview (PDF)
- Non-Tidal River Fishing Forecast
- Tidal River Blue Catfish Forecast (PDF)
- Tidal River Largemouth Bass Forecast (PDF)
Notes from the Field
Researchers at VIMS Looking for Fish Photos to Help Development of Fish Recognition App
VIMS researchers are looking for fish photos to help train artificial intelligence for a fish recognition app they're developing. Read more…
Jerry Hall Takes Over as Fallfish State Record-Holder
An afternoon spent trout fishing resulted in an unexpected state record fallfish for Jerry Hall. Read more…
Four Great Tactics for Spring Crappie Success
Crappies are great fish for family outings, which makes them the perfect choice for someone new to the sport of angling—young or old. Read more…