Fishing Charters in Virginia
Browse fishing charters in Virginia that can help you catch flathead catfish.
Nauti Dog Sportfishing
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Experience Virginia Beach fishing charters like never before! Captain Kaleb Underwood and Nauti Dog Sportfishing offer thrilling fishing adventures!
Backlash Sportfishing
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach Fishing Charters Welcome to Backlash Sportfishing- Virginia Beach Fishing Charters, with Captain Steve Richardson aboard the Beautiful Custom Built 56' Carolina Style Custom Boat. The
It’S A Shore Thang Charters
Cape Charles, Virginia
Shore Thang Charters. Fishing charters. Fishing guide. inshore fishing. offshore fishing. Chesapeake Bay. Virginia. boat guide. boat trip. fishing trip. redfish. mackerel. black drum. rockfish. mahi mahi. tuna.
Beach Bum Charters
King George, Virginia
Fishing charter service for the Potomac River Chesapeake bay. Beach Bum Charters LLC King George Va. We also offer beach trips, and sunset cruises.
Island Queen Inland Charters
Chincoteague, Virginia
Citations Only Guide Service
Colonial Heights, Virginia
Shenandoah Lines Fly
Crozet, Virginia
Explore Shenandoah Lines’ fly fishing services in Central VA, including half and full day guided trips, casting lessons, and fly tying classes.
Virginia River Guides
Lexington, Virginia
We are confident in the quality, diversity, and beauty of the waters we fish. Come see us and fish the legendary rivers of Virginia. We float and wade the James, Jackson, and Maury rivers.
Virginia Fly Fishing Guide John Roberts Flyfishing
Lexington, Virginia
John Robert's Fly Fishing Adventures located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia offers the best trout fly fishing in Virginia. John Roberts is your guide offering 50+ years of flyfishing expertise on Virginia Streams.
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Best Time to Catch Flathead Catfish
Flathead Catfish can be caught year-round in Fries. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Flathead Catfish
If you're targeting flathead catfish in Fries, Virginia, the New River is where you want to be. This stretch of the New is known for its rocky bottom structure and deep holes, which provide ideal habitat for these ambush predators. The warmer months, from late spring through early fall, are prime time, as the flatheads become more active and aggressive. Focus your efforts around submerged logs, boulders, and sharp bends in the river. For bank access, try the public areas near the Fries town park. If you're launching a boat, be aware that the river can be swift and rocky in places, so exercise caution. Local anglers often use live bait like bluegill or creek chubs to entice the bigger flatheads. Be prepared for a fight; these fish can get quite large in the New River, with some exceeding 40 pounds.
How to Catch Flathead Catfish
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Flathead Catfish in Fries.
Flathead Catfish Fishing Regulations in Virginia
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Virginia state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for flathead catfish in Fries, VA?
Live bait like bluegill, sunfish, or bullheads are excellent choices for enticing flathead catfish. Cut bait can also be effective, especially oily fish like shad.
Are there any restrictions on catching flathead catfish in Fries, VA?
No, there are no size or bag limits for flathead catfish in Virginia. You can fish for them year-round.
Do I need a fishing license to target flathead catfish in Fries?
Yes, a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license is required to fish for flathead catfish and other freshwater species in Fries.
Where are the prime spots to catch flathead catfish near Fries, VA?
Look for deeper holes, submerged logs, and areas near the New River known to hold flathead catfish. Targeting areas near structure is key.
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