Pulaski County, VA
Claytor Lake is a 4,472-acre artificial lake. Fishing is a popular activity here. Boat ramps, campsites and parking lots are available.
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Alabama bass
Black crappie
Bluegill
Channel catfish
Flathead catfish
Green sunfish
Hybrid striped bass
Largemouth bass
Muskellunge
PumpkinseedPeak Creek and Clapboard Hollow are full of largemouth bass. Lures that imitate crayfish are effective for black bass at Claytor Lake.
Fishing for striped bass and hybrid striped bass is great with the help of topwater baits in spring and fall.
The minimum length limit for smallmouth bass is 14 inches.
During the period from September 16 to June 30, you may catch 2 striped bass or hybrid striped bass with the minimum length limit of 20 inches. The daily creel limit from July 1 to September 15 is 4 fish per day with no minimum length limit.
The daily creel limit for muskellunge at Claytor Lake is 1 fish per day with the minimum length limit of 42 inches.
Regulations vary by location. Check the rules for your fish to stay informed and prepared for fishing.
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