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Striped bass

37 in · 26 lb

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Pacific shovelnose guitarfish

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Spot croaker

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White perch

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Atlantic croaker

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Spot croaker

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General info

King Creek is a stream located in York County, Virginia, United States. It is most popular for fishing Red drum, Spotted seatrout, and Spot croaker.

Location

37°15′44.6″N 76°37′38.9″W
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Fishing regulations at King Creek, 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Red drum

Red drum

Regulation boundaryVirginia State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size18" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size26" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Restrictions & requirements

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Additional information
Note: In Back Bay and tributaries, including Brinson's Inlet Lake (Lake Tecumseh), and the North Landing River and its tributaries: 1 red drum per day between 18 to 27-inches total length Release Citation 46 inches
Edibility
Very Good
Synonyms
Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass
Season open: July 1 - March 31
Spotted seatrout

Spotted seatrout

Regulation boundaryVirginia State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size14" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size24" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 24

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Restrictions & requirements

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Additional information
Anglers may harvest only 1 greater than 24 inchesNote: in Back Bay and tributaries, including Brinson's Inlet Lake (Lake Tecumseh), and the North Landing River and its tributaries: anglers may harvest 4 spotted sea trout per day, with no fish less than 14-inches total length Citation 5 lbs or 24 inches
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Cynoscion nebulosus, Speckled Trout
Season open: year-round
Spot croaker

Spot croaker

Regulation boundaryVirginia State Waters
Bag limit50

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Restrictions & requirements

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Additional information
Possession Limit = 50 fish each species (spot and croaker) additional 50 live bait per customer capacity on for-hire vessels No minimum size limit Citation 1 lb or 13 inches
Edibility
Good
Synonyms
Leiostomus xanthurus
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Local laws and licenses

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Cities nearby

Williamsburg

4.4 miles away

Yorktown

6.5 miles away

Scotland

10.9 miles away

Gloucester Courthouse

11.3 miles away

Newport News

12.4 miles away

Rushmere

13.0 miles away

Surry

14.3 miles away

Poquoson

17.4 miles away

Claremont

18.8 miles away

Hampton

20.4 miles away

Mathews

20.5 miles away

West Point

22.2 miles away

Dendron

22.6 miles away

Benns Church

22.6 miles away

Carrollton

23.1 miles away

Saluda

23.8 miles away

Charles City

24.9 miles away

Deltaville

25.7 miles away

New Kent

26.1 miles away

Urbanna

26.2 miles away

Ivor

28.8 miles away

Waverly

30.2 miles away

Disputanta

34.2 miles away

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FAQ about King Creek fishing

📍 Where is the King Creek located?
the King Creek is a stream located in York County, Virginia, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°15′44.6″N 76°37′38.9″W
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🎣 Where on the King Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the King Creek 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 the King Creek?
The most common species in the King Creek are:
📢 What are the latest King Creek fishing reports?
The latest King Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the King Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the King Creek, some of the species in season this October 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 King Creek?

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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