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Sandy Bay

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Virginia, United States

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Blue catfish

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White bullhead

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Striped bass

18 in · 3 lb

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Eyetail bowfin

38 in · 6 lb

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Red drum

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Southern puffer

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General info

Sandy Bay is a lake located in James City County, Virginia, United States. It is most popular for fishing Blue catfish, Striped bass, and White bullhead.

Location

37°13′3.5″N 76°46′54.5″W
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Fishing regulations at Sandy Bay, VA

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Virginia can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Sandy Bay fishing

Sandy Bay is a lake located in James City County, Virginia, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°13′3.5″N 76°46′54.5″W
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