Smithfield, VA Fishing Trip — January
Your Smithfield, VA Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 44°F / Low 28°F1.7" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
January Weather in Smithfield
44°F
Avg High
28°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
69 Guides Near Smithfield
No guides are based in Smithfield, 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's Biting By Month
Peak
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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
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.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Some waters may have specific regulations; consult the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources 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.