Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Virginia
Where, when, and how to catch smallmouth bass in Virginia — plus local guides and current regulations.
Featured Smallmouth Bass Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Virginia.
Riverfeet Fly Fishing
Fly fishing guide service in SWVA, serving Abingdon, VA, Damascus, VA and Bristol, VA. We specialize in guided fishing for smallmouth bass and trout in streams, rivers and lakes around the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Matt Reilly Fly Fishing
A highly regarded guide, writer, and speaker based in southwest Virginia, Matt guides fly fishing experiences for trophy trout and smallmouth bass.
Captain Marc’s Striper Guide Service
Captain Marc's striper fishing guide service site contains a gallery of photos of customers with stripers, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and catfish. It contains the 2022 charter rates, and everything you will need for a great fishing experience on Smith Mountain Lake.
New River Fly Fishing
New River Fly Fishing is a guide service that provides guided fishing trips on the New River for smallmouth bass and walleye and the Smith River for trout. We also offer fly fishing lessons on our private trout stream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Smallmouth Bass in Virginia?
The best months for Smallmouth Bass in Virginia are April, May, June.
Which charters target Smallmouth Bass in Virginia?
Smallmouth Bass charters in Virginia include Riverfeet Fly Fishing, Matt Reilly Fly Fishing, Captain Marc’s Striper Guide Service. Compare captains, reviews, and rates above.