Fish our stocked Lake Lesa for trout, bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Or hike to our pier on the Northwest River for Yellow Perch and some winter Stripers.
Virginia fresh-water license is required for all fishermen aged 16 years and older.
A separate valid trout license is required to fish designated stocked trout waters (Lake Lesa) from October 1 to June 15.
The Park does not sell fishing licenses.
Trout were last stocked on February 6, 2023.
Catfish were last stocked on May 22, 2023.
Related Fishing License Information & Regulations
For more information, call Northwest River Park at 757-421-7151 or 757-421-3145.