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Virginia offers some of the finest freshwater fishing in the country. Whether you’re a casual angler or a serious expert, Virginia is a great place to cast your line. You’ll find picturesque rivers, lakes and streams, not to mention legendary hospitality in communities that welcome outdoor enthusiasts.

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 Fish Virginia By The Numbers

Fishing Lure

80,000

anglers visit Virginia every year

Virginia Lakes

176,000

acres of public lakes statewide

 

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Fish Virginia First2 days ago
See why we’re hooked on Visit SoSi! Grab your rods, tacklebox, and bait, and explore all there is to see and catch in Danville and Pittsylvania County.

Whether you’re looking for the next adventure, or ready to relax by the water, SoSi has something for everyone. Visit the Dan River, which flows 214 miles in VA and NC, fed along the way by 5 main tributaries: the Smith, Mayo, Sandy, Hyco & Banister Rivers. Reel in your next success on Burton Lake, a 76-acre impoundment located in Pittsylvania County, or Leesville Lake, where largemouth bass are a popular catch! Smith Mountain Lake is a water enthusiast’s dream, with boat rentals, fishing piers, and numerous water activities for the whole family, or explore Pigg River as you float through wooded landscapes and farmland throughout the countryside.

Not ready to head inside just yet? Discover local craft breweries, wineries, coffee shops, diners, and more throughout our region. If you’re looking to taste a new brew, try your hand at virtual golf, or enjoy an evening of live music under the stars, SoSi has you covered.

With abundant resources, rolling hills, and numerous rivers, streams, and tributaries, SoSi is the perfect getaway to the great outdoors.
So, what are you waiting for? Visit SoSi.
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Fish Virginia First1 week ago
🎣 Visit Amherst County is a hidden gem for anglers in the heart of the Blue Ridge. From the waters of the James River to Millcreek, Stonehouse, and Thrashers Lake angling opportunities abound.

Pack a picnic, gather up the fishing gear, round up the family and make it a point to visit each park. ✨

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Fish Virginia First1 month ago
🎣 Visit Abingdon VA is a fly‑fishing paradise in the heart of Southwest Virginia. From Big Tumbling Creek to, Hidden Valley Lake, and the Holston River, anglers will find brook, brown, and rainbow trout in some of the state’s most scenic waters.

Come for the fishing, stay for the mountain magic. ✨

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Fish Virginia First1 month ago
Take home a $15,000 top prize! Visit their page or Event Listing for all the details on this upcoming fishing tournament. #FishVAFirst #LoveVA #VAoutdoors
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COVID-19 Statement

All state access points are open. Some facilities or lots may be closed. We cannot stress enough to please check with your local county and city for any additional closures of parks, lakes, or piers. The Fish Virginia First website is not updated with COVID-19 related closures, either on the places to cast or types of fish pages.