Fishing near Chesapeake, VA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Chesapeake. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Bay (VA) Striped bass. | VA | 49 mi | bay |
| Outer Banks Red drum and offshore. | NC | 101 mi | coast |
| Indian River Bay Inshore saltwater. | DE | 139 mi | bay |
| Chesapeake Bay Striped bass, blue crab. | MD | 144 mi | bay |
| James River Smallmouth and shad. | VA | 157 mi | river |
| Delaware Bay Striped bass and weakfish. | DE | 162 mi | bay |
| Smith Mountain Lake Largemouth and striped bass. | VA | 184 mi | lake |
| Lums Pond | DE | 188 mi | lake |
VA license & regulations
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Chesapeake. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.
Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (VA DWR) · 804-367-1000 · https://dwr.virginia.gov
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.