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 Orange. Right now in February, activity is Poor.
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Striped Bass
While striped bass might not be the first species that comes to mind when thinking of Orange, Virginia, Lake Anna, located a short drive away, offers a surprisingly good striper fishery. Stocked annually by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, Lake Anna's striped bass thrive in its cool, deep waters. Spring and fall are the most productive times to target stripers, as they move closer to the surface to feed. Trolling with umbrella rigs or casting swimbaits near points and humps are popular techniques. A valuable local tip: pay attention to the thermocline, as stripers often congregate near this temperature break. Public access is readily available at numerous boat ramps around the lake, but remember that Anna is a large lake, so plan your trip accordingly. The striped bass in Lake Anna are known for their strong fighting ability, so be sure to bring appropriate tackle and be prepared for a thrilling battle. Be sure to check current regulations regarding size and creel limits before your trip.
How to Catch Striped Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Striped Bass in Orange.
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 time of year to fish for striped bass in Orange, VA?
Striped bass fishing can be good year-round, but the spring and fall are often considered the best times. During these seasons, the fish are more active as water temperatures change.
What is the size limit for striped bass in Orange, VA?
There is a slot limit for striped bass in Virginia. You can only keep striped bass that are between 18 and 24 inches long, with the exception of the tidal Potomac River which has a 20-26 inch slot limit.
How many striped bass can I keep per day in Orange, VA?
The daily bag limit for striped bass in Virginia is 1 fish per person.
What kind of license do I need to fish for striped bass in Orange, VA?
You'll need a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license to fish for striped bass in the freshwater areas around Orange, VA.
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