New River (Virginia) fishing forecast

Virginia · river

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Fish to target

• Smallmouth bass
• Largemouth bass
• Muskie
• Walleye
• Catfish (channel/blue/flathead)
• Crappie
• Rainbow trout

Safety: dam releases

Appalachian Power - Claytor Dam controls releases. Water levels and current can rise quickly and without warning below dams. Wear a life jacket and heed warning sirens.

Regulations and licensing

Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources fishing regulations · Fishing license

Species and locations are starter data and should be verified with the state wildlife agency.