Fishing Charters in Virginia
Browse fishing charters in Virginia that can help you catch striped bass.
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Rock Creek Striper Guide Service
When it comes to chasing Trophy Striper having the right equipment is essential
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.
Squid hound Fishing Charters
Squidhound Fishing Charters provide guided striper fishing trips on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia. Email: [email protected] Phone#: 540-204-6170
Rockfish Adventures, LLC
Rockfish Adventures is Smith Mountain Lake’s leading striper and catfish fishing charter! offer professional fishing guided services, Book Now!
Patriot Fishing Charters
Patriot Fishing Charters is a veteran owned, operated, and captained Smith Mountain Lake Striper fishing charter boat. Join veteran and patriot, Captain John, for the catch of a lifetime.
Class Act Charters LLC
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The Shad Taxi Striper Guide Service
Striper Fishing T Shirts are now here! These striper shirts are popular with all striper fishermen. Striped bass, hybrids, and stripers are our focus.
Kenny's Striper Guide Service
Fish for striper on Smith Mountain Lake with an expert: Captain Kenny Short
Best Time to Catch Striped Bass
Striped Bass can be caught year-round in Grundy. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Striped Bass
While Grundy, Virginia, isn't typically known for striped bass, the stocking programs in the nearby impoundments of southwest Virginia offer a unique opportunity. Anglers willing to travel a bit can find stripers in lakes like South Holston or Claytor Lake, each about a 2-3 hour drive. These freshwater stripers are landlocked, exhibiting slightly different behaviors than their coastal cousins. Spring and fall are prime times, as the stripers move closer to the surface to feed, particularly during the morning and evening hours. Look for areas near creek inlets or points. A local tip: check the stocking reports from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources to pinpoint recent release locations, as these areas often hold the most fish initially. Remember to handle these fish with care, as they are a valuable resource. Be aware of specific size and creel limits for stripers in each water body you fish.
How to Catch Striped Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Striped Bass in Grundy.
Striped Bass Fishing Regulations in Virginia
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
1 per day
Size Limit
18-24 inch slot limit, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Possession of striped bass or hybrid striped bass is prohibited on Gaston Lake and its tributaries from April 1 through May 31. Check local advisories for specific water bodies.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Virginia state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait for Striped Bass in Grundy?
Striped bass in freshwater respond well to live bait like shad or shiners. Artificial lures such as swimbaits, crankbaits, and topwater lures can also be effective, especially during dawn and dusk.
What size Striped Bass can I keep in Virginia?
In Virginia, outside of the tidal Potomac River, you can keep Striped Bass that fall within the 18-24 inch slot limit. In the tidal Potomac River, the slot limit is 20-26 inches.
Is there a limit to how many Striped Bass I can keep in Grundy?
Yes, the bag limit for Striped Bass in Virginia is 1 per day.
Do I need a license to fish for Striped Bass in Grundy?
Yes, you need a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license to fish for Striped Bass in Grundy.
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