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 Port Haywood. Right now in May, activity is moderate.
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Flounder
If flat is what you're after, Port Haywood offers some excellent flounder fishing opportunities. The key here is understanding the structure and current flow in the lower Chesapeake Bay. Summer and early fall are prime times, as flounder move into the bay from offshore waters. Target sandy or muddy bottoms near docks, bridges, and channel edges in the Piankatank and East Rivers. Drifting with a live minnow or a strip of squid on a bucktail jig is a classic and effective method. Pay attention to the tide; flounder often lie in ambush on the down-current side of structure. A local tip: try tipping your jig with a small piece of clam for added scent attraction. Also, remember that flounder are masters of camouflage, so a slow, deliberate presentation is crucial. Look for cleaner water, as they are sight feeders.
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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's the best bait to use for flounder near Port Haywood?
Flounder in the Port Haywood area are often caught using live minnows or small fish, as well as squid strips or artificial lures like bucktails tipped with soft plastics. Drifting these baits along the bottom is a common and effective technique.
What size flounder can I keep in Virginia?
In Virginia, the minimum size limit for flounder is 16 inches. Any flounder smaller than this must be released back into the water unharmed.
How many flounder can I keep per day when fishing near Port Haywood, VA?
The current bag limit for flounder in Virginia is 4 per person per day. This limit applies to the saltwater and brackish waters around Port Haywood.
Do I need a saltwater fishing license to target flounder near Port Haywood?
Yes, a valid Virginia saltwater fishing license is required to fish for flounder in the waters surrounding Port Haywood. Be sure to have your license with you while fishing.
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