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Fishing 101

Location of Staunton River State Park in Virginia

Where

Staunton River State Park, 1170 Staunton Trail, Scottsburg, VA 24589.
Visitor Center

When

July 19, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish. Our 25-acre lake offers some of the best fishing opportunities in the park, and is one of the most beautiful and natural areas in Scottsburg, VA. A ranger will escort everyone to the fishing location and will be available to show you how to tie some basic fisherman’s knots that will help you reel in the big one. Report to the park's visitor center at the start time of the program and be prepared to travel by vehicle to the fishing location. Some fishing poles and worms will be provided, but feel free to bring your own rod and tackle.

Don’t forget to have your Virginia freshwater fishing license with you if you are 16 years of age or older. The fee for this program is $2 per participant. The standard parking fee is also required unless you are staying in a cabin or the campground.

photo of a kid with a fish

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $2/person.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-572-4623
Email Address: StauntonRiver@dcr.virginia.gov