river in Virginia, USA
A cold, fertile tailwater below Gathright Dam with wild rainbows and big brown trout. Located in the tailwater below Gathright Dam in Alleghany County.
Jackson River is a river 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 Jackson River can target species including Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Rock Bass, and Smallmouth Bass. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Jackson River.
Make sure you're fishing legally at Jackson River. 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 Jackson River:
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Jackson River:
Anglers at Jackson River can target species including Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Rock Bass, and Smallmouth Bass. 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 Jackson River before you cast a line.
Jackson River is a river in Virginia, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.