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 Onancock. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Flounder
Onancock provides a great launching point for flounder fishing in the Chesapeake Bay. The key to success is finding the right structure and current. Flounder are ambush predators, so they tend to lie in wait near oyster beds, bridge pilings, and channel edges. Drifting with a jig head tipped with a minnow or squid is a popular and effective technique. Focus on areas with sandy or muddy bottoms. The warmer months, from late spring through early fall, are the best times to target flounder. The flounder in this area are known to be relatively large, so be prepared for a good fight. Pay attention to water clarity; flounder prefer clearer water. A good access point is the Onancock town wharf, offering easy access to productive flounder grounds. Remember to check Virginia's size and creel limits before you go.
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 in Onancock, Virginia?
The minimum size limit for flounder that you can keep in Virginia is 16 inches.
How many flounder can I keep when fishing near Onancock?
The bag limit for flounder in Virginia is 4 per person.
When is the best time to target flounder near Onancock, VA?
Flounder fishing is generally good throughout the year, but the warmer months are often considered peak season. They tend to move into shallower waters during this time.
What's a good bait for catching flounder in the Onancock area?
Live minnows, small baitfish, and shrimp are all effective baits for flounder. Many anglers also use artificial lures like bucktails tipped with bait.
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