Virginia Summer Flounder Fishing

summer flounder caught using circle hook
Virginia Flounder Fishing

Virginia’s summer flounder fishery is one of the commonwealth’s most valuable saltwater fisheries. Each year, thousands of anglers visit Virginia coastal towns to fish for flounder.

Economic benefits of the Virginia recreational flounder fishery affect local recreational fishing industries as well as restaurants, hotels, and countless other tourism-related businesses.

After decades of restrictions, flounder fishing has rebounded in Virginia. According to a report to Congress from NOAA’s Fisheries Service, Atlantic coast summer flounder were declared rebuilt to healthy levels in 2011. To read the full report, visit http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov

Related Information

2012  Virginia Flounder Fishing Regulations

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