Smith Mountain Lake: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Virginia, US

Place
Public
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
220 ft.

Smith Mountain Lake is the second largest freshwater reservoir in Virginia. This huge water body provides excellent opportunities for bass fishing. Smith Mountain Lake can be quite crowded with anglers, but fishing here is a great experience.

Smith Mountain Lake is located in Virginia, US, United States.

If you're planning to go fishing at Smith Mountain 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 Smith Mountain 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 Smith Mountain 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.

Smith Mountain Lake fishing map

Discover the Smith Mountain Lake fishing map to explore key locations and best fishing spots near Virginia, including the area around 37°3'20.4"N 79°35'45.8"W.

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

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Smith Mountain Lake

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Night fishing during summer months is a great option for Smith Mountain Lake.
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When the temperature gets warmer largemouth and smallmouth bass move to shallow water. The daily creel limit is 5 fish per day. You may catch 2 fish less than 14 inches.
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Striped bass are mostly found in the lower portions of the lake. During the period from June 1 to October 3, you may catch 2 fish with no length limits. From November 1 to May 31 there is a slot limit (30-40 inches) for striped bass.