Fishing Charters in Virginia
Browse fishing charters in Virginia that can help you catch flounder.
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 Flounder
Flounder can be caught year-round in Chincoteague. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Flounder
Chincoteague, Virginia, offers excellent opportunities to target flounder, especially in the shallow bays and channels surrounding the island. These flatfish are ambush predators, so focus on areas with sandy or muddy bottoms near structure like grass beds or docks. The best time to target flounder is typically from late spring through early fall, when water temperatures are warmer. Drifting with live or fresh bait, such as minnows or squid, is a productive method. A Carolina rig with a small bucktail jig can also be effective. The Assateague Channel and the waters around Curtis Merritt Harbor are known flounder hotspots. Public access is available at several boat ramps around Chincoteague, including the one near the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Be aware that flounder often bury themselves in the sand, so a slow, deliberate presentation is key. Local tip: many anglers have success using scented artificial lures, as flounder rely heavily on their sense of smell to locate prey.
How to Catch Flounder
Flounder Fishing Regulations in Virginia
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
4 per person
Size Limit
16-inch minimum
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Regulations can change frequently; always check the VMRC website before fishing.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Virginia state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum size for flounder I can keep in Chincoteague, VA?
You can only keep flounder that are 16 inches or longer.
How many flounder can I keep per day in Virginia?
The daily bag limit for flounder is 4 per person.
Is there a specific season for flounder fishing in Chincoteague?
Flounder fishing is open year-round in Virginia's saltwater areas.
What kind of license do I need to fish for flounder in Chincoteague?
You'll need a valid Virginia saltwater fishing license to target flounder.
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