Newsoms, VA Fishing Trip — February

Your Newsoms, VA Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 34°F3.3" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
White BassLow
White Bass
Various

February Weather in Newsoms

53°F
Avg High
34°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

5 Guides Near Newsoms

No guides are based in Newsoms, but these guides operate 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 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 inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

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

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.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Bowfishing is permitted.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Largemouth and spotted bass are combined for creel and length limits.

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