Fishing Guides in Damascus, Virginia
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What's Biting in Damascus
5 species reported in the Damascus area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.
Month-by-Month Fishing in Damascus, VA
Fishing in Damascus in January
January is a slower stretch for fishing around Damascus — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Damascus in February
1 species is active in and around Damascus in February: Largemouth Bass. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in March
5 species are active in and around Damascus in March: Carp, Flathead Catfish, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in April
5 species are active in and around Damascus in April: Carp, Flathead Catfish, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in May
5 species are active in and around Damascus in May: Carp, Flathead Catfish, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in June
5 species are active in and around Damascus in June: Carp, Flathead Catfish, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in July
4 species are active in and around Damascus in July: Carp, Flathead Catfish, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in August
2 species are active in and around Damascus in August: Carp, Flathead Catfish. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in September
5 species are active in and around Damascus in September: Carp, Flathead Catfish, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in October
4 species are active in and around Damascus in October: Carp, Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in November
2 species are active in and around Damascus in November: Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass. Book one of Damascus's 1 local guide to target them.
Fishing in Damascus in December
December is a slower stretch for fishing around Damascus — see the peak months above for better timing.
Fishing in Damascus
Damascus, Virginia offers freshwater fishing with 5 species reported in the area and 1 local guide ready to take you out. The best months to fish are March, April, May, June.
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What You Can Catch in Damascus
Carp
Carp fishing near Damascus, Virginia, provides a surprisingly accessible and challenging angling experience. The Holston River system, including the South Fork Holston, harbors a healthy population of common carp.
Full carp guide for Damascus →Crappie
Crappie fishing near Damascus, Virginia, can be a rewarding pursuit, especially in the smaller lakes and reservoirs that dot the landscape. South Holston Lake, again, is a good option.
Full crappie guide for Damascus →Flathead Catfish
Flathead catfish may not be the most obvious target in the mountain streams around Damascus, Virginia, but they are present in the larger rivers and reservoirs nearby, offering a unique angling opportunity. The South Fork Holston River, flowing into South Holston Lake, holds flatheads.
Full flathead catfish guide for Damascus →Largemouth Bass
Damascus, Virginia, nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, might not be the first place that comes to mind for largemouth bass, but the small lakes and ponds scattered around the area hold some surprisingly good fishing. South Holston Lake, though partially in Tennessee, is a short drive and offers a good largemouth population.
Full largemouth bass guide for Damascus →Nearby Cities with Fishing Guides
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Types of Fishing in Damascus
Freshwater
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Fly Fishing
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