Fishing

	Blue Cat on the New 5785 Fries Rd Galax, VA 24333 work Work Phone: work(276) 766-3729 Work Phone: work(276) 744-2027 Work Email: INTERNETbluecat@ls.net
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Notes Canoe, kayak and bike rentals. Guided fishing tours, shuttle services, camping and tipi rentals on the New River.

	Crooked Creek Wildlife Management Area 3590 Forest Oak R Woodlawn, VA 24381 work Work Phone: work276-730-3100
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Notes Area includes six miles of trout streams (some sections are stocked) plus 1,600 acres of mountain land available for hunting deer, turkey, rabbits, squirrels and grouse. See visitor center staff for brochure and state fishing/hunting regulations. For fishing: daily permit required plus state fishing license. For hunting: license required. Concession stand sells permits, licenses and snacks during fee-fishing season. The area provides outdoor enthusiasts numerous habitats to explore. Hiking, watching wildlife, and photographing nature are popular activities. Wildlife viewers will find a variety of wildlife year round with periods of hawk migration adding an interesting dimension. An array of wildflowers occurring in old field habitats provide summer nectaring areas for butterflies.

	Lovill's Creek Lake Recreation Area 943 Speas Mill Road Cana, VA 24317 work Work Phone: work276-730-3100
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Notes Carroll County owns this 55 acre flood controlled lake and the 1Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries maintains a public boat ramp. The lake is stocked with large mouth bass, blue gill, sunfish, and channel catfish. Bank fishing and small electric motorboats are permitted. Also offered are handicap accessible barrier free boating and fishing opportunities. Boat access, pier fishing, and picnic shelters are all available. There is also a 1/2 mile walking trail. Open year round.

	Trout Fishing in Carroll County Carroll County, work Work Phone: work276-730-3100
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Notes Nestled within the heart of the Blue Ridge Plateau, Carroll County boasts an ideal setting for fishing within many of its mountain streams. Seasoned fishermen will attest to the vibrant quality of trout that can be hooked within Carroll County. Key streams include: Crooked Creek (brown, rainbow, and brook trout); Stewarts Creek (brook trout); Little Reed Island Creek (rainbow and brown trout); Paul's Creek (brook trout); Lovill's Creek (rainbow trout); and Laurel Fork (brook trout). Many of these streams are within protected waters, such as within the Stewarts Creek Wildlife Management Area and the Crooked Creek Wildlife Management Area. Please consult website listings and other sources for further details.