Fishing Charters in Virginia
Browse fishing charters in Virginia that can help you catch striped bass.
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.
Takedown Sportfishing
saltwater fishing boat cruise charter boat cobia stripers rockfish flounder tog tautog spadefish triggerfish sheepshead saltwater charters offshore charters fishing
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
Class Act Charters runs the best Fishing Charter. Learn more about Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charter, Black Drum, Bluefish., Cobia, Redfish, Sea Bass, Sheepshead, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Striped Bass, Tautog, Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charter, Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, chesapeake bay fishing seasons
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 Long Island. Right now in February, activity is low.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Striped Bass
Long Island, Virginia, offers access to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, providing excellent opportunities for striped bass fishing. This area is known for its productive fall fishery as stripers migrate south. Focus on the mouths of rivers and creeks where they enter the bay. Trolling with umbrella rigs or casting crankbaits around structure are popular techniques. Live-lining spot or eels can also be highly effective. A local tip: pay attention to bird activity. Diving birds often indicate schools of baitfish, which stripers are likely to be feeding on. Be aware of any seasonal closures or regulations specific to the Long Island area. Consult the VMRC website for the most up-to-date information on size and creel limits.
How to Catch Striped Bass
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.
Related Species in Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait for Striped Bass in Long Island, VA?
Popular bait options include live eels, menhaden, and cut bait. Artificial lures like swimbaits and crankbaits can also be effective.
What size Striped Bass can I keep in the Long Island, VA area?
Virginia has an 18-24 inch slot limit for Striped Bass, meaning you can only keep fish within that size range. Note that the tidal Potomac River has a slightly different slot limit of 20-26 inches.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Striped Bass near Long Island?
Yes, you'll need a valid freshwater fishing license to target Striped Bass in the Long Island area.
What is the daily bag limit for Striped Bass in Virginia?
You are allowed to keep one Striped Bass per day, provided it falls within the legal size limit.
More Striped Bass Fishing in Virginia
Other Species to Fish in Long Island
Ready to Catch Striped Bass in Long Island?
Book a trip with an expert guide who knows the best local spots and techniques.