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Fredericksburg, VA Fishing Trip — August

Your Fredericksburg, VA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 66°F2.1" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

9 species
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
CarpGood
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
SnakeheadGood
Snakehead
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Fredericksburg

82°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Fredericksburg + 5 Nearby

Fly Fishing Consultant - Fly Fishing Consultant
Fly Fishing Consultant

Fly Fishing Consultant

4.8(22)Top Rated

Guided fly fishing trips, education, custom flies, casting lessons in an urban environment in and around Washington DC in the Potomac river watershed for a variety of anadramous and non-anadramous species. Offering nature hikes and boat rides year round.

Fairfax, Virginia
McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service - McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service
McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service

McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service

4.6(11)Top Rated

McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service was begun unofficially by C.C. McCotter during the summer of 1989 when he guided his very first "clients" ...

Mineral, Virginia
KJ's Outdoor Adventures - KJ's Outdoor Adventures
KJ's Outdoor Adventures

KJ's Outdoor Adventures

5(3)Top Rated

Experience world-class Crappie fishing on Lake Anna. 6-hour guided trip, all gear included. Book your lake adventure today!

Crappie
King George, Virginia
Chubby's Charter - Chubby's Charter
Chubby's Charter

Chubby's Charter

5(2)Top Rated

Chubby's Charter is a light tackle, inshore saltwater fishing guide service. We aim to give our customers the knowledge, the tools and the experiences they need to truly experience all the Chesapeake Bay has to offer!

Montross, Virginia
At Fishing Charters - At Fishing Charters
At Fishing Charters

At Fishing Charters

5(1)Top Rated

Join us for an unforgettable bowfishing experience on the waters with AT Fishing Charters. Book your trip today!

bowfishing
Fredericksburg, Virginia
Beach Bum Charters - Beach Bum Charters
Beach Bum Charters

Beach Bum Charters

King George, Virginia

Fishing charter service for the Potomac River Chesapeake bay. Beach Bum Charters LLC King George Va. We also offer beach trips, and sunset cruises.

freshwater
King George, Virginia
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 3

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

White Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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Reedville4 guides · 73 miLottsburg2 guides · 59 miHeathsville2 guides · 71 miKing George2 guides · 14 mi

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For bowfishing / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Virginia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.

Buy License Online — Virginia

Species Regulations

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Bowfishing is permitted.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:No more than 1 over 24 inches

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.

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