Claytor Lake: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Virginia, US

Place
Public
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
115 ft.

Claytor Lake is a 4,472-acre artificial lake. Fishing is a popular activity here. Boat ramps, campsites and parking lots are available.

Claytor Lake is located in Virginia, US, United States.

If you're planning to go fishing at Claytor Lake, it's essential to be aware of the local fishing regulations in US area. These regulations are in place to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable fishing experience.

Here, you can find a detailed fishing map highlighting local fishing spots around Claytor Lake, US, United States.

Additionally, a weather and fishing forecast will give you an idea of ideal fishing conditions based on temperature, tides, moon phases, fish activity, and more.

When fishing in US waters, including Claytor Lake, anglers often come across species like Black crappie, Blue catfish, Bluegill, Brown trout, Channel catfish, as well as many others that inhabit local lakes and rivers.

Fishing regulations in US may change each season. To stay up to date, check the current rules before you go. They define catch limits, maximum allowable fish sizes, and other important rules.

Make sure you also have an active Virginia fishing license before you start your fishing adventure.

Claytor Lake fishing map

Discover the Claytor Lake fishing map to explore key locations and best fishing spots near Virginia, including the area around 37°1'17.7"N 80°40'52.4"W.

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Stay updated with real-time conditions to make informed decisions and improve your chances of a successful fishing trip in Virginia, US.

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Fish species to catch in the Claytor Lake, Virginia, United States (10)

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Claytor Lake

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Peak Creek and Clapboard Hollow are full of largemouth bass. Lures that imitate crayfish are effective for black bass at Claytor Lake.
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Fishing for striped bass and hybrid striped bass is great with the help of topwater baits in spring and fall.
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The minimum length limit for smallmouth bass is 14 inches.
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During the period from September 16 to June 30, you may catch 2 striped bass or hybrid striped bass with the minimum length limit of 20 inches. The daily creel limit from July 1 to September 15 is 4 fish per day with no minimum length limit.
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The daily creel limit for muskellunge at Claytor Lake is 1 fish per day with the minimum length limit of 42 inches.