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James River

Virginia, United States

5.0Β·9682 catches

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Blue catfish

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Smallmouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

James River is a stream located in Virginia, United States. It is most popular for fishing Blue catfish, Smallmouth bass, and Largemouth bass.

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Location

37Β°20β€²53.6β€³N 77Β°15β€²38.9β€³W
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the James River is a stream located in Virginia, United States. Its coordinates are:
37Β°20β€²53.6β€³N 77Β°15β€²38.9β€³W
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