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Petersburg, VA Fishing Trip — February

Your Petersburg, VA Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 51°F / Low 33°F4.2" rain · 11 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

5 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
White BassLow
White Bass
Various

February Weather in Petersburg

51°F
Avg High
33°F
Avg Low
4.2"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

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

4 Guides Near Petersburg

No guides are based in Petersburg, but these guides operate nearby.

Virginia Fishing Tours - Virginia Fishing Tours
Virginia Fishing Tours

Virginia Fishing Tours

4.7(13)Top Rated
Williamsburg, Virginia
PWC Fishing LLC - Jet ski Rentals & Fishing Charters - PWC Fishing LLC - Jet ski Rentals & Fishing Charters
PWC Fishing LLC - Jet ski Rentals & Fishing Charters

PWC Fishing LLC - Jet ski Rentals & Fishing Charters

4.5(8)Top Rated

Come start your adventure on the Chesapeake Bay with our Jet Ski rentals, Guided Fishing Trips, and much more...

Newport News, Virginia
Nautical Pride Sportfishing - Nautical Pride Sportfishing
Nautical Pride Sportfishing

Nautical Pride Sportfishing

5(4)Top Rated

One of Virginia's top charters on the James River, the Rappahannock River, and Kerr Lake. We specialize in trophy catfish, with a clean and professional atmosphere catered to show you and your family a experience of a lifetime!

Charles City, Virginia
Citations Only Guide Service - Citations Only Guide Service
Citations Only Guide Service

Citations Only Guide Service

Colonial Heights, Virginia

inshore
Colonial Heights, 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 / 2

White Bass

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Blue Catfish

freshwater
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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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.

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.

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

Bowfishing is permitted.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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