Fishing Campgrounds in Virginia
Discover the best fishing campgrounds across Virginia. Wake up to the sound of rushing water and spend your days casting lines in pristine fishing waters. Lake, river, and stream access for every angler.
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John H. Kerr Dam and Reservoir
Cast your line into Kerr Reservoir's abundant waters, where largemouth bass, striped bass, crappie, and catfish await anglers of all skill levels. Waterfront sites deliver direct lake access, letting you drop a line just steps from your campsite at dawn.
Philpott Lake
Philpott Lake's 2,900 acres and 100 miles of shoreline teem with largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, bluegill, crappie, and catfish waiting to test your skills.
George Washington & Jefferson National Forest
Hurricane and Comers creeks flow through the campground with regular trout stockings that draw anglers to these cool mountain waters. Cast your line steps from your campsite while the rushing streams provide a constant soundtrack to your fishing adventure.
About Fishing Campgrounds in Virginia
Fishing camping Virginia offers anglers an exceptional diversity of waterways, from the sprawling 50,000-acre Kerr Reservoir in the south to pristine mountain trout streams in the Appalachian highlands. Virginia's varied topography creates distinct fishing ecosystems across the state—largemouth and striped bass dominate the piedmont reservoirs, while cold mountain streams harbor wild and stocked trout in the Blue Ridge and Cumberland Mountains.
Best Time
Spring and fall offer Virginia's most productive fishing camping seasons, though each period targets different species. April through June brings spawning activity to reservoirs—striped bass run in Kerr Lake during April and May, while bass fishing peaks as water temperatures climb into the 60s.
Activity Highlights
- Direct lake and river access
- Boat launches and marinas
- Fish cleaning stations
- Local fishing guides available
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Virginia requires fishing licenses for anyone 16 and older, available online through the Department of Wildlife Resources or at sporting goods retailers—purchase before arrival as cell service is unreliable at remote campgrounds.
- 2Bring species-appropriate tackle: medium-heavy spinning or baitcasting gear for reservoir bass and stripers, ultralight setups for mountain trout streams, and consider a fly rod for creek fishing in the highlands.
- 3Successful Kerr Lake anglers recommend live bait (shiners, nightcrawlers) for catfish and crappie, while artificial lures work well for bass—local bait shops near campgrounds provide current hot spots and effective patterns.
- 4Mountain stream fishermen should pack waders, as Virginia's trout creeks require in-stream positioning for best access.
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