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 FISHING & HUNTING
Stocked Streams
There are several nice lakes, streams and rivers to fish in the area
with lovely scenery. Many of the cold, pristine headwater streams in
the mountains contain the native Brook Trout, one of nature's most
beautiful fish. The creeks and rivers listed below are Designated
Trout Waters requiring a special trout stamp in addition to a
fishing license during the period Oct. 1 through June 15. A trout
license is not required in these waters June 16 through September
30. All persons required to have a license (except holders of senior
citizen license) are required to have National Forest Permit when
fishing on National Forest Lands.
Public Waters
Irish Creek - Stocked 5 times Oct - May
South River - Stocked 5 times Oct - May
Mill Creek - Stocked 9 times Oct - May
Maury River - Stocked 9 times Oct - May
Special Regulation Trout
Buffalo Creek - Includes the area from the confluence of Colliers
Creek 2.9 miles to the confluence of North and South Buffalo. A
special land owner permit is needed to fish and is available from
the VDGIF regional office in Verona, P.O. Box 996, Verona, VA 24482
(include a self-addressed stamped envelope), or Kelly's Corner.
Buffalo Creek offers nice fly fishing opportunities for anglers to
catch colorful brown and rainbow trout. Only single hook artificial
lures may be used and no bait may be in possession while fishing
these waters. From Lexington follow Rt. 11 South to Rt. 251. Turn at
Rt. 612. 7 miles southwest of Lexington.
Lakes and Rivers: Bass, Catfish, Pan Fish
Lake Robertson - A 31-acre picturesque fishing lake offering
excellent largemouth bass fishing annually producing a few 10 pound
plus lunkers. The bluegill and redear sunfish fishing is some of the
best around. Channel cats are also found here. Facilities include a
boat ramp, boat rental, electric motors, bait tackle, food and
beverages. From Lexington follow Rt. 11 South to Rt. 251. Pick up
''logo'' markers to lake and turn right on County 770 (Turnpike
Road) to main entrance.
The Maury and James Rivers - Excellent smallmouth bass, channel cat,
and bluegill. There are several float trip possibilities and there
are unimproved boat landings on the Maury at Jordans Point, Glen
Maury Park, Alone Mill, Rockbridge Baths and Ben-Salem Wayside. The
James also offers largemouth and spotted bass as well as channel
catfish, flat-head catfish, and various other sunfish species.
Canoeing is the best way to access the wider James and maps showing
access points are available from the VDGIF - 804-367-1000; or see
"Boating" section(p.8) for river access points.
Private Fee Fishing Areas
Ashland Trout Pond - Open Feb-Oct., Saturday & Sunday only - 8 a.m.
- 6 p.m. Offers young and old anglers alike a chance to catch and
keep some nice Rainbow Trout for the frying pan. Fish are priced by
the pound. 540-463-4598. Follow Rt. 251 South from Lexington
straight onto Rt. 677. Continue straight to Rt. 612 (Blue Grass
Trail Road). Follow 5 miles to pond.
Buffalo Creek Catch & Release Fly Fishing - Open year round. Fly
fishing for trout in Buffalo Creek by day or half day. Instruction
and guiding are offered. Limited rod usage in fee area insures
quality experience. Call 540-463-5903 or 540-463-3235 for rates,
reservations and stream reports. Follow
Rt. 251 South from Lexington 5 miles.
Clear Water Fly Fishing - Open all year, this fee area on Hayes
Creek offers fly fishermen a chance to catch Brown and Rainbow
Trout. Catch and release only, located on Rt. 606 off I-81, Exit 205
(Raphine), water is below Buffalo Springs Herb Farm. Please call
540-348-1565 for rates, reservations and stream reports.
Fishing Guides
Buffalo Creek Catch & Release Fly Fishing (R-19) Llewellyn Lodge
Outdoors (L-15)
Offering instruction & guided fishing trips. Offering guided trout
fishing trips.
Rt. 251 (5 miles south of Lexington) 603 S. Main Street
Lexington, VA 24450 Lexington, VA 24450
800-882-1145 or 540-463-5903
www.vatrout.com
Hunting
Our area offers many opportunities to hunt deer, bear, wild turkey,
grouse, and other small game. Public lands include the George
Washington National Forest, Jefferson National Forest, and the
state's Goshen-Little North Mountain Unit. Information for the
National Forests Lands is available by calling 540-291-2188 or
540-962-2214. Information on the state's unit is available at
804-367-1000.
Rules/Regulations/Licenses
Licenses are available from various license agents in the county.
Check with them and review the latest Virginia Fishing Regulations
to make sure you are properly licensed before going to the local
waters. Questions may be directed to the VA Department of Game and
Inland Fisheries at 804-367-1000 or
www.dgif.state.va.us. You may check stocking schedules for daily
updates at 804-525-3474 during the stocking season.
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