Striped Bass Fishing in Virginia
Where, when, and how to catch striped bass in Virginia — plus local guides and current regulations.
Featured Striped Bass Guides
Expert captains ready to take you on your next adventure in Virginia.
It’S A Shore Thang Charters
Cape Charles, Virginia
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Takedown Sportfishing
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Rock Creek Striper Guide Service
When it comes to chasing Trophy Striper having the right equipment is essential
Captain Marc’s Striper Guide Service
Captain Marc's striper fishing guide service site contains a gallery of photos of customers with stripers, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and catfish. It contains the 2022 charter rates, and everything you will need for a great fishing experience on Smith Mountain Lake.
Squid hound Fishing Charters
Squidhound Fishing Charters provide guided striper fishing trips on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia. Email: [email protected] Phone#: 540-204-6170
Rockfish Adventures, LLC
Rockfish Adventures is Smith Mountain Lake’s leading striper and catfish fishing charter! offer professional fishing guided services, Book Now!
Patriot Fishing Charters
Patriot Fishing Charters is a veteran owned, operated, and captained Smith Mountain Lake Striper fishing charter boat. Join veteran and patriot, Captain John, for the catch of a lifetime.
Class Act Charters LLC
Class Act Charters runs the best Fishing Charter. Learn more about Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charter, Black Drum, Bluefish., Cobia, Redfish, Sea Bass, Sheepshead, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Striped Bass, Tautog, Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charter, Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, chesapeake bay fishing seasons
The Shad Taxi Striper Guide Service
Striper Fishing T Shirts are now here! These striper shirts are popular with all striper fishermen. Striped bass, hybrids, and stripers are our focus.
Kenny's Striper Guide Service
Fish for striper on Smith Mountain Lake with an expert: Captain Kenny Short
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Striped Bass Fishing Regulations in Virginia
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
1 per day
Size Limit
18-24 inch slot limit, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Possession of striped bass or hybrid striped bass is prohibited on Gaston Lake and its tributaries from April 1 through May 31. Check local advisories for specific water bodies.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Virginia state wildlife agency before fishing.
Popular Cities for Striped Bass Fishing in Virginia
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to catch Striped Bass in Virginia?
The best months for Striped Bass in Virginia are April, May, October.
What are the Striped Bass fishing regulations in Virginia?
In Virginia, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is 1 per day, the minimum size is 18-24 inch slot limit, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Virginia wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Striped Bass in Virginia?
Freshwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Where is the best Striped Bass fishing in Virginia?
Popular Striped Bass destinations in Virginia with local charter guides include Damascus, Harrisonburg, White Stone, Chincoteague, Newport News.
Which charters target Striped Bass in Virginia?
Striped Bass charters in Virginia include It’S A Shore Thang Charters, Takedown Sportfishing, Rock Creek Striper Guide Service. Compare captains, reviews, and rates above.