Fishing in Virginia Beach With our location abutting both the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Virginia Beach fishing offers abundant returns year-round. Opt for the diverse waters of the Chesapeake Bay, the endless opportunity of the Atlantic Ocean or one of many freshwater fishing spots. Offshore, the 115 fathoms of Norfolk Canyon, just off the coast of Virginia Beach, are where the big fish like billfish and tuna reside. And when we say big, we mean BIG. The largest blue marlin caught in Virginia Beach waters weighed in at a whopping 1,093 pounds. Hop aboard a charter leaving out of the Rudee Inlet and let the boat’s crew take you into the heart of the action. While billfish are released back into the water, you can match wits with the likes of yellowfin tuna, cobia, bluefish, wahoo and more — and take some home with you for a local seafood feast fit for a champion. The Chesapeake Bay is another hotspot for fishing fanatics. As the largest natural estuary in the United States, the bay is home to 348 species of finfish, including flounder, red drum, cobia and the local-favorite rockfish, all of which can be caught in the summer months. If you prefer to keep both of your feet on dry land, drop in a line from a pier. With the Virginia Beach Fishing Pier at the Oceanfront and Little Island Pier in Sandbridge, you’ve got options. One of our favorite ways to get in on the sport is to hop in a canoe or kayak to get even closer to the action. With launching points at Dozier’s Bridge , Owl’s Creek Boat Ramp and many local outfitters, you can be out on the water in no time. 58 Things To Do
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