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General info

Buddle Branch is a stream located in Wythe County, Virginia, United States. It is also intersecting with Carroll County, Virginia.

Location

36°50′26.9″N 80°54′49.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Buddle Branch, 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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Hillsville

11.2 miles away

Galax

12.1 miles away

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12.2 miles away

Wytheville

12.4 miles away

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14.5 miles away

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16.3 miles away

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Sparta

26.0 miles away

Atkins

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FAQ about Buddle Branch fishing

📍 Where is the Buddle Branch located?
the Buddle Branch is a stream located in Wythe County, Virginia, United States. It is also intersecting with Carroll County, Virginia. Its coordinates are:
36°50′26.9″N 80°54′49.6″W
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🎣 Where on the Buddle Branch is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Buddle Branch by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🗓️ What species are in season at the Buddle Branch right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Buddle Branch, some of the species in season this July include: Striped bass, Spotted seatrout, Blacktip shark, Black sea bass, and Bonnethead shark. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Buddle Branch?

Fishing in Virginia requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination options, available online or from licensed agents.

In Virginia, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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