Patrick County Featured Fishing Sites
Site #1: Mayo River
Description:
Flowing throughout the southern part of Patrick County, the Mayo River provides for exceptional trout fishing. The North and South forks of the Mayo River are frequently stocked with species such as the brown trout, brook trout, and most commonly the rainbow trout. In addition to the multitude of stocked fish, the Mayo River hosts many native trout which can be large in size. Trout caught in the river usually average around 12 inches in length.
Poorhouse Creek, which flows into the Mayo River in Stuart, VA, is another great stream for avid fishermen to visit. This stream is stocked regularly, providing various trout species for anglers.
Access Points: The river can be accessed from various points along Dobyns Road.
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Site #2: Dan River
Description:
Beginning in Meadows of Dan, VA the Dan River travels down the mountain before reaching Talbott Dam. Within Talbott Dam Reservoir and the lower Townes Dam Reservoir there is great largemouth bass and crappie fishing. At these lakes only small, hand carried boats are legal. Before, after, and in between these dams, the Dan River offers unbelievable trout fishing. Rainbow trout, brook trout, and brown trout are plentiful, with brown trout commonly reaching 16 inches and larger. Many large, deep pools are frequent throughout this stretch of the Dan River.
Access Points: This part of the river can be reached by traveling South on Route 8 from Stuart to Route 103, then turning on Route 602 at Claudville.
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Site #3:
Philpott Reservoir Fairystone State Park Lake
Description:
This lake is Patrick County’s largest fishery, as well as presenting the largest variety of game species for anglers. Largemouth bass are plentiful, and can be caught on rock structures as well as downed trees. Weed beds and riprap also provide for good fishing. Smallmouth bass are not as common as largemouth, but they can be caught on rocky outcroppings. Deep fishing for smallmouth can be effective, especially in the summer months. Walleye fishing in Philpott Reservoir is exceptional for Virginia lakes, with average length of 18-21 inches. These fish are stocked annually, and feed heavily in late spring. Boats are permitted here, with multiple boat access ramps available.
Fairystone State Park Lake
This 168-acre lake offers good largemouth bass fishing, with numerous fish between 12-15 inches. The surrounding wood and weeds provide good cover for fish, and multiple fish shelters have been built to increase cover. Crappie, Redear Sunfish, and Bluegill are also available to anglers. Boats are allowed in the lake, but gasoline motors are prohibited. Battery powered trolling motors are permitted. Row boats, paddle boats, and kayaks may be rented as well.
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