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 Toms Brook. Right now in February, activity is Fair.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Striped Bass
While not a primary destination for striped bass, the Shenandoah River near Toms Brook, Virginia, does see occasional runs of these fish, particularly landlocked stripers that have migrated from downstream impoundments. Spring and fall are the best times to target them, as they move upstream to spawn or feed. Focus your efforts near deeper holes and areas with strong current. Large swimbaits and crankbaits that imitate shad are effective lures. Be prepared for a fight, as even smaller stripers are powerful fish. Access to the river is available at several public access points along Route 11. Check local fishing reports for recent striper sightings and water conditions. Keep in mind that striper fishing in this area can be sporadic, but the chance of hooking into one makes it worthwhile.
How to Catch Striped Bass
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Striped Bass in Toms Brook.
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 are the size restrictions for striped bass in Virginia?
Striped bass have an 18-24 inch slot limit. This means that you can only keep fish within that size range, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches.
How many striped bass can I keep per day in Virginia?
The daily bag limit for striped bass is 1 per person.
Do I need a special license to fish for striped bass in Toms Brook?
No, you just need a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license to fish for striped bass in Toms Brook.
Can I fish for striped bass all year in Virginia?
Yes, the season for striped bass is open year-round in Virginia.
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