No fishing license is required for recreational rod and reel fishing on Virginia’s Free Fishing Days Friday, June 7 to Sunday, June 9.
According to the Department of Wildlife Resources, during Free Fishing Days,
facilities use permits will also not be required. To increase angling opportunities, DWR has removed the restriction to fishing designated stocked trout waters for free fishing weekend. This will open over 2,900 miles of trout streams, in addition to numerous ponds, small lakes and reservoirs. Virginia’s diversified trout habitat offers a wide range of trout fishing prospects. All fishing regulations including size, season, catch limits, and gear restrictions will remain in effect.