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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 license is required during months when the lake is stocked.
The Park does not sell fishing licenses.

Man holding four caught fish - photo

Related Information

VA Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries
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For more information, call Northwest River Park at 757-421-7151 or 757-421-3145.