reservoir in Virginia, USA
A cold, clear 2,530-acre highland reservoir behind Gathright Dam with trophy trout, bass and yellow perch. Located in the Jackson River in the Alleghany Highlands above Covington.
Lake Moomaw is a reservoir in Virginia, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Lake Moomaw can target species including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Lake Moomaw.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Lake Moomaw. A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Lake Moomaw:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Lake Moomaw:
Anglers at Lake Moomaw can target species including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Brown Trout, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Lake Moomaw before you cast a line.
Lake Moomaw is a reservoir in Virginia, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.