Fishing near Staunton, VA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Staunton. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| James River Smallmouth and shad. | VA | 45 mi | river |
| Smith Mountain Lake Largemouth and striped bass. | VA | 85 mi | lake |
| Deep Creek Lake Trout and bass. | MD | 95 mi | lake |
| Summersville Lake Smallmouth bass. | WV | 99 mi | lake |
| New River Smallmouth. | WV | 103 mi | river |
| Cheat Lake | WV | 114 mi | lake |
| Chesapeake Bay Striped bass, blue crab. | MD | 164 mi | bay |
| Chesapeake Bay (VA) Striped bass. | VA | 173 mi | bay |
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 Staunton. 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.