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 Marion. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
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Striped Bass
While Marion, Virginia, isn't typically known as a striped bass hotspot, nearby impoundments and river systems connected to the Holston River watershed do offer limited opportunities for landlocked stripers. These fish aren't stocked directly in Marion's immediate vicinity, so targeting them requires a bit of a drive to larger reservoirs further downstream. The best bet is to focus your efforts during the spring spawning run (April-May) when stripers migrate upstream. Trolling large crankbaits or live bait around points and channel edges is a common tactic. Keep an eye on water temperature, as stripers prefer cooler conditions. A good starting point would be researching access points and fishing reports for South Holston Lake, which is a significant striper fishery. Be aware of size and creel limits, as regulations can be strict to protect this valuable resource.
How to Catch Striped Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Striped Bass in Marion.
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 is the daily bag limit for striped bass in the Marion, VA area?
The daily bag limit for striped bass in most freshwater areas of Virginia is 1 fish per person.
Is there a size restriction on striped bass in Virginia?
Yes, there is a slot limit. You can only keep striped bass that are between 18 and 24 inches long, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches.
What type of fishing license do I need to fish for striped bass near Marion?
You'll need a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license to target striped bass in freshwater areas.
What's a good way to target striped bass in freshwater near Marion, VA?
Striped bass can be caught using a variety of methods, including trolling with crankbaits, casting swimbaits, and using live bait like alewives or shad.
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