Virginia Saltwater Fishing Calendar
Available Peak Season
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MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOV |
DEC |
| Amberjack |
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| Atlantic Mackerel |
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| Black Drum |
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| Blue Marlin |
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| Bluefin Tuna |
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| Bluefish |
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| Cobia |
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| Croaker |
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| Dolphin |
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| Flounder |
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| Gray Trout |
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| King Mackerel |
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| Kingfish (Roundhead) |
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| Red Drum |
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| Sailfish |
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| Sea Bass |
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| Sheepshead |
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| Spadefish |
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| Spanish Mackerel |
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| Speckled Trout |
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| Spot |
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| Striped Bass |
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| Tarpon |
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| Tautog |
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| Wahoo |
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| White Marlin |
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| Yellowfin Tuna |
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JAN |
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MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
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OCT |
NOV |
DEC |
Note: Chart shows availability of fish in local waters; fishery
regulations may establish varying open and closed seasons. |