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Fishing


Fish our stocked lake for bass, blue gill, crappie, and catfish. Or hike to our pier on the Northwest River for Yellow Perch and some winter Stripers.

Licensing

  • Virginia fresh-water license is required for all fishermen age 16 years and older.
  • A trout licence is required during months when the lake is stocked. Please call the park for stocking info.
  • The Park does not sell fishing licenses.

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Related Information

  • VA Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries
    • Forms/Licenses

For more information, call Northwest River Park at (757) 421-7151 or (757) 421-3145.

 

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