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
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 Virginia Beach. Right now in February, activity is low.
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Striped Bass
Targeting striped bass around Virginia Beach offers some unique opportunities, particularly in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. The fall striper run is legendary, with fish migrating south along the coast. Focus your efforts around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, where structure and current create ideal ambush points. Also, don't overlook the Lynnhaven River and Rudee Inlet – these brackish waters hold resident stripers year-round. For the best results, time your trips with the tides, as stripers actively feed during moving water. Live bait like spot or menhaden are always productive, but artificials like bucktails and swimbaits can also entice strikes. A key tip is to monitor water temperature; stripers tend to move deeper as the water cools. Public boat ramps are available at Lynnhaven and Rudee, but expect them to be crowded during peak season. Remember to check the Virginia Marine Resources Commission website for the latest regulations.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time of year to target striped bass in Virginia Beach?
Striped bass fishing is popular in the spring and fall during their migration. However, they can be caught year-round.
What's the size limit for striped bass in Virginia?
There's a slot limit of 18-24 inches, meaning you can only keep fish within that size range. Note: in the tidal Potomac River the slot limit is 20-26 inches.
How many striped bass can I keep in Virginia per day?
You are allowed to keep one striped bass per day in Virginia.
What license do I need to fish for striped bass in Virginia Beach?
You'll need a valid Virginia freshwater fishing license to fish for striped bass, even in brackish or saltwater areas.
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