Plan a Fishing Trip to Port Haywood, VA
1 guideBest months: April, May, June, September
What's Biting in Port Haywood Right Now
Mahi Mahi
ExcellentVarious
Weakfish
ExcellentVarious
Bluefish
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Black Sea Bass
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait
Tautog
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Tuna
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Flounder
GoodVarious
Top Fishing Guides in Port Haywood
What to Bring
Check with Port Haywood guides 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: Saltwater fishing license
White Sea Bass are a prohibited species in Virginia. Any caught must be immediately released.