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Types of Crappie in Virginia
Crappie fishing spots in Virginia
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Regulations for Crappie in Virginia
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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.
Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Black crappie as of July 17th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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Additional information
No statewide length limit.
Exceptions to statewide regulations:
Lake Gaston and that portion of the New River from the VA–NC state line downstream to the confluence of the New and Little rivers in Grayson County: No daily limit
Buggs Island Lake/Kerr Reservoir including the Staunton (Roanoke) River and its tributaries to Difficult Creek, Charlotte County; and the Dan River and its tributaries to the Banister River, Halifax County: No crappie less than 9-inches total length
Briery Creek and Sandy River reservoirs: No crappie less than 9-inches total length
Flannagan and South Holston reservoirs: No crappie less than 10-inches total length
South Holston Reservoir: 15 per day in the aggregate (combined)
For more information, see Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.
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Synonyms
Calico bass, Pomoxis nigromaculatus, Speckled Perch
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FAQ
🎣 What Crappie species can you catch in Virginia?
These species can be found in many rivers and streams, lakes, estuaries throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
📍 Where are the best places to catch Crappie in Virginia?
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