![]() The ramp access makes the area an excellent “put in” or “take out” point for James River canoeists. A one-acre pond provides a variety of sunfish for those - perhaps with young anglers - not interested in fishing the river. ![]() This section of the river is popular for float fishing. Anglers land smallmouth bass, various sunfishes and channel catfish. The area fronts one of the better stretches of the James River for fishing. JAMES RIVER (WMA) – Wildlife Management Area Virginia Fishing License(s) are required. Bank and wade fishing access is also available throughout the river. Small boats (such as john boats) can also be used at most access points. Canoeing is the best way to access the river. Overall, the James River offers an excellent fishing opportunity for whatever you might want. Most of the muskies are found upstream from Lynchburg. These fish are scarce, but some very large fish can be caught. Muskies are also annually stocked in the James. Flathead catfish appear to be more numerous upstream from Lynchburg, and channel catfish are more numerous below Lynchburg. ![]() Other species are also plentiful in the James River, including channel catfish, flathead catfish, and various sunfish species (redbreast, bluegill, and rock bass). Smallmouth bass fishing can be good throughout the river.īoth the mountain sections (upstream from Lynchburg) and the piedmont sections (between Lynchburg and Richmond) generally provide good fishing. Smallmouth bass are the dominant game species, but spotted and largemouth bass can also be caught. From the confluence of the Jackson and Cowpasture Rivers in Botetourt County, downstream to Richmond, the James River offers a wide range of angling opportunities and settings. ![]()
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