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Fishing Kerr Lake Virginia: Premier Bass Fishing Destination

Experience world-class fishing on 800+ miles of pristine shoreline. From trophy largemouth bass to abundant crappie and catfish, Kerr Lake offers year-round angling adventures.

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800+
Miles of Shoreline
48,900
Acres of Water
15+
Fish Species
Year-Round
Fishing Season

Why Fish Kerr Lake?

Kerr Lake offers 48,900 acres of pristine waters with diverse fishing habitats and excellent forage base for trophy fishing experiences.

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Trophy Bass

World-class largemouth bass fishing with excellent structure and abundant forage.

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Expert Guides

Professional fishing guides with years of local knowledge and tournament experience.

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Full Service

All equipment, bait, and tackle included with professional boats and safety gear.

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Year-Round

Excellent fishing opportunities in all seasons with varying species and techniques.

Target Fish Species

Kerr Lake is renowned for its diverse fish population and trophy opportunities across multiple species.

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Largemouth Bass

Best: March-June

Kerr Lake is renowned for trophy largemouth bass. Structure fishing around submerged timber and rocky points produces consistent results.

Average: 2-4 lbs Trophy: 8+ lbs Peak Spawn: April-May
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Striped Bass

Best: Fall-Spring

Follow the schools of stripers as they chase shad in open water. Excellent trolling and live bait opportunities.

Average: 5-15 lbs Schooling Fish Great Table Fare
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Crappie

Best: Feb-April

Abundant white and black crappie provide excellent action. Target brush piles and creek channels.

Slab Crappie Spring Spawn Family-Friendly

Professional Fishing Guides

Pay a visit to Captain Steve Howard Fishing Guide and have an enjoyable and relaxing fishing experience on Kerr Lake. Heading out from Clarksville, Virginia, you and Captain Steve Howard will glide the lake in search of the local beauty – Catfish.

See Ya Outdoors – Freshwater

Captain Bud Wegner has over a decade of experience and wants to show you why fishing Lake Kerr is so awesome.

$600 Full Day
  • ✓ Full-day trips (8 hours): $450
  • ✓ Half-day trips (4 hours): $275
  • ✓ All tackle and bait included
  • ✓ Fish cleaning service
Call (434) 374-BASS

Captain Steve Howard Fishing Guide

Striper specialists offering trolling and live bait techniques. Family-friendly trips welcome.

$400 Full Day
  • ✓ Striper trips: $400/day
  • ✓ Multi-species: $350/day
  • ✓ Up to 4 anglers
  • ✓ License & equipment provided
Call (434) 374-FISH

Fishing FAQ

Plan Your Kerr Lake Fishing Adventure

Stay at Sunnyside Sisters B&B and wake up just minutes from the best fishing spots on Kerr Lake.

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Virginia fishing license required. Available at local tackle shops.