Four Mile Run

As a stream in Virginia, United States, Four Mile Run fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Four Mile Run pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

38.8637, -77.1204 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Largemouth bassBluegillBlue catfishChannel catfishCommon carpWhite perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• For Bluegill

  Fish near structure like docks, weeds, or submerged trees where bluegill seek cover and food.

• For Blue catfish

  Target areas with current breaks and structure, like submerged timber or ledges, as blue catfish often ambush prey in these locations. Use a fish finder to locate schools of baitfish, as blue catfish are likely to be nearby.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Four Mile Run.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Four Mile Run, make sure your licence covers Virginia, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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