Fishing Lake Anna
AKA: Anna Lake
Popular Fish Species Lake Anna, VA
Black Crappie Fishing
Black crappie reside in good numbers throughout Lake Anna, and they are averaging a very good size this year. Crappie fishing is excellent using live bait and small jigs, which are the most common method for crappie here. Crappie always like cover and structure, so locate brush and vegetation. Using a fish finder can help locate schools of crappie, which tend to stack vertically around cover. In spring and fall focus on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out deep, as well as find ledges near channels in deeper water. White crappie, in smaller numbers, also make this lake their home.
Striped Bass Fishing
Due to their large size, striped bass are a favorite of many locals and fishing guides at Lake Anna. They are plentiful, run in schools and can grow to bragging size. Blueback herring and threadfin shad are the primary baitfish in the lake, and are a favorite food source of stripers. n Spring and Fall work the upper end of the lake where water is flowing into the lake. Look for deeper water in the river channel, as a holding place for stripers. In Summer and Winter, stripers hang out in deeper water during the day and feed close to the bottom, 50 feet or deeper. Morning often draws the stripers to the much shallower water, look for them around the 20-foot range as they feed on shallow-running schools of bait. The lake is filled with plenty of baitfish and sunfish to to keep the fishery thriving. Being successful at fishing for stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and the wolf packs of stripers which are likely to be nearby. Fish finders, and forward facing sonar, are a big help in locating these roaming schools. Live bait is very effective here, and stripers can be caught year round. Hybrid stripers also populate the waters of Lake Anna.
Largemouth Bass Fishing
Lake Anna has always been a great destination for largemouth bass fishing. Lately the fishing here for bass has been quite good, and should continue throughout the year. Many big bass roam Lake Anna, thanks to excellent fisheries management by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, as well as the availability of extensive cover for both baitfish and bass. When the bite is good, bass typically move shallow and are quite aggressive. If you find them shallow and they are not tempted to bite, slow down and use smaller, lighter baits. Fishing for largemouth bass is good virtually any time they are shallow - in spring, mornings in summer, and during warm Fall afternoons. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap. Around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, big worms, jigs and spoons are three good weapons. In winter, spend your time fishing Lake Anna on deeper structure where the bass spend much of their time. Smallmouth bass and spotted bass also reside here in good numbers.
Lake Anna Fishing Video
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Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, white catfish, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, redear sunfish, redbreast sunfish, white perch, striped bass and hybrid striped bass at Lake Anna in Virginia.
Although it known as a bass fishing lake, Lake Anna is also an outdoors vacationland for the whole family. And, in addition to bass, the lake has quality populations of crappie, walleye, stripers, catfish, hybrid striped bass and several species of sunfish.
Lake Anna in Virginia is a popular destination for anglers, offering a wide range of fishing opportunities and a beautiful natural setting. The lake is known for its diverse fish populations, making it a haven for fishing enthusiasts.
One of the most sought-after fish species in Lake Anna is the largemouth bass. This warm-water fish thrives in the lake's habitat, and anglers can find bass of various sizes throughout the year. Spring and fall are particularly productive seasons for bass fishing, as the fish are more active and readily bite on a variety of lures and baits. Anglers can also target other popular species such as crappie, bluegill, and catfish in the lake's waters.
Lake Anna offers a combination of natural beauty, abundant fish species, and recreational activities, making it an attractive destination for anglers, boaters, and campers alike. Whether casting for largemouth bass, enjoying a relaxing boat ride, or spending a night under the stars, Lake Anna provides a memorable fishing and outdoor experience in the heart of Virginia.
This is a 9,600-acre lake in the northeast part of the state, at Bumpass, VA. Fishing enthusiasts will find 250 miles of shoreline, much of which has aquatic vegetation to hold fish. There are also a significant number of boat docks along the deeper stretches of bank. A few areas around the lake are accessible for fishing from the bank. Bring a fishing boat, pleasure boat, pontoon, kayak or canoe and launch using the boat ramps at marinas, campgrounds, and the Lake Anna State Park. Some VA fishing guides offer guided trips on Lake Anna with all gear furnished. Marinas, stores, camping, lodging and boat rentals are available at or nearby the lake.
Primary fish species residing in Lake Anna
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Lake Anna Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Boating is a popular activity on Lake Anna, with its expansive size and calm waters providing ample opportunities for watercraft enthusiasts. Anglers can take advantage of their boats to explore different areas of the lake and find the best fishing spots. Whether it's casting from a bass boat or trolling from a pontoon, boating enhances the fishing experience on Lake Anna.
Fishing Boat Rentals
Dukes Creek Marina
Rentals: Pontoon boats
540 895-5065
Lake Anna Outfitters
Rentals: Kayaks and canoes
540 894-3540
Mid-Atlantic Watersports & Boat Rentals
Rentals: Kayaks, canoes and pontoon boats
540 893-6111
Pleasant Landing at Lake Anna
Rentals: Pontoon boats
540 872-4180
R&R Rentals Lake Anna
Rentals: Kayaks
540 419-3566
Shipwreck Boat Rental
Rentals: Pontoon boats
540 854-6308
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Anna Point Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off Anna Point Lane, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Dunes Creek Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off Breaknock Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.
High Point Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off Anna Point Lane, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Lake Anna State Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off State Park Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Pleasant Landing Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Pleasant Landing Road, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.
Sturgeon Creek Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off Courthouse Road, this is a seven-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.
Marinas
Duke’s Creek Marina
3831 Breaknock Road
Bumpass, VA 23024
540 895-5065
HighPoint Marina & Lighthouse
4634 Courthouse Road
Mineral, VA 23117
540 895-5249
Fishing Guides On Lake Anna
McCotter's Lake Anna Guide Service - largemouth bass, striper, crappie
Jim Hemby’s Lake Anna Striper Guide Service - striped bass
If you offer fishing guide services on this lake, please contact us for a free listing, to be posted here.
Fishing License
Click here for a Virginia Fishing License.
Camping is another highlight of Lake Anna, with several campgrounds and recreational areas located along its shores. Anglers can enjoy extended fishing trips by camping near the lake, allowing them to maximize their time on the water. These campgrounds provide amenities such as picnic areas, boat ramps, and access to fishing piers, enhancing the overall fishing and outdoor experience.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Lake Anna State Park Campground - 540 854-5503
Christopher Run Campground - 540 894-4744
Rocky Branch Marina & Campground - 540 895-5475
Lake Anna VA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Lake Anna
Lake Anna State Park
6800 Lawyers Rd
Spotsylvania, VA 22551
540 854-5503
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Fishing in northeast VA, at Lake Anna, for bass, crappie, walleye, stripers, catfish, hybrid striped bass and sunfish.