Long Bay Point Bait and Tackle reports an exciting variety of fish inside Lynnhaven now, signaling a bustling season for anglers. The waters are teeming with speckled trout, puppy drum, flounder, and striper.
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The Sheephead, known for their distinctive teeth, are still holding onto structures within the river and out at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT). Meanwhile, the large red drum are still making a splash, schooling in the lower bays’ warm 70-degree water.
For those targeting speckled trout, the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel (HRBT) area, along with the Elizabeth, York, Piankatank, and Rappahannock rivers are also hotspots. Anglers are successfully using popping corks, swim baits, topwater baits, and live bait to reel in their catches.
Flounder enthusiasts will be pleased to know that the HRBT and CBBT are yielding good numbers. And let’s not forget the rockfish season, which kicked off on October 4th. This season introduces new regulations, including a slot limit of 19-24 inches and a cap of one fish per person per day. Nighttime brings consistent rockfish catches around lighted docks, with keepers also being reported along the HRBT and CBBT.
Larger chopper blues have been landed, Captain Todd Beck and crew, Knot Wish’n Charters, picked up this nice one. Captain Todd has been a VBSF sponsor for 25 years. If you haven’t already stopped by and checked out his new restaurant you need too, DOCKTAILS VB
Additionally, the Head Boats are enjoying abundant seabass catches.
Further offshore in the Bluewater, you’ll find opportunities for tuna, dolphin, the occasional billfish, and many anglers are setting their sights on the elusive swordfish.
Whether you’re a seasoned fisherman or just starting, the current conditions promise a rewarding fishing experience. Remember to check the latest regulations and happy fishing!
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