Mineral, VA Fishing Trip — August
Your Mineral, VA Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 65°F0.7" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
GoodCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
August Weather in Mineral
81°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
0.7"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
1 in Mineral + 5 Nearby
$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
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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 / fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
- 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.
Species Regulations
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Bowfishing is permitted.
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Anglers are encouraged to harvest blue catfish to help control the population in certain areas.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum
Some waters have special regulations; consult the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources regulations.