Best fishing near Springfield

27 fishing spots · 27 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Springfield, Virginia — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 27 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Anacostia First High Reservoir
#1 Anacostia First High Reservoir
14.4 mi away
The Anacostia First High Reservoir Fishing Area is a great spot for fishing enthusiasts in the District of Columbia. The reservoir is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill…
Why 75: species variety
75Top-rated
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Bruce-Monroe Elementary School
#2 Bruce-Monroe Elementary School
12.2 mi away
The Bruce Monroe Elementary School fishing area is a small, urban pond located in District-of-Columbia, USA. The pond is known to contain a variety of fish species, including…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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Constitutional Gardens Pond
#3 Constitutional Gardens Pond
12.8 mi away
The Constitutional Gardens Pond Fishing Area is located in the heart of Washington, D.C. This pond is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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Navy Yard Channel
#4 Navy Yard Channel
14.7 mi away
The Navy Yard Channel in the District of Columbia is a popular fishing spot for anglers. The channel is home to a variety of fish species, including striped bass, catfish, white…
Why 63: species variety
63Solid
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Dalecarlia Reservoir
#5 Dalecarlia Reservoir Fair
13.6 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear water · 6 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
The Dalecarlia Reservoir is a popular fishing area located in the District of Columbia, USA. Fish species commonly found in the reservoir include largemouth bass, channel catfish…
Why 60: live conditions (fair)
60Solid
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Georgetown Reservoir
#6 Georgetown Reservoir Fair
12.4 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear water · 6 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
The Georgetown Reservoir fishing area is located in the District of Columbia and offers anglers the opportunity to catch a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass…
Why 57: live conditions (fair)
57Solid
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Piscataway Creek
#7 Piscataway Creek Good
9.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Cloudy · 68°F
Piscataway Creek is a great fishing area in Maryland where you can catch largemouth bass, catfish, bluegill, crappie, and yellow perch. Nearby activities include hiking, boating…
Why 55: live conditions (good)
55Solid
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Foundry Branch
#8 Foundry Branch Fair
12.3 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear water · 6 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
The Foundry Branch Fishing Area in Washington, D.C. offers a peaceful escape from the busy city. The Potomac River runs through the area, providing a habitat for a variety of fish…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
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Maddox Branch
#9 Maddox Branch Fair
12.5 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear water · 6 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
Maddox Branch Fishing Area is a popular spot for anglers in the District of Columbia. The area boasts species of fish such as catfish, largemouth bass, and bluegill. The nearby…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
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Washington Aqueduct
#10 Washington Aqueduct Fair
13.5 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Clear water · 6 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
The Washington Aqueduct Fishing Area is located in the District of Columbia, USA. It is a popular spot for anglers due to the variety of fish species found in the water, including…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
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Oxon Run
#11 Oxon Run Good
11.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Cloudy · 68°F
The Oxon Run fishing area in Maryland is located near the Potomac River and offers a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and carp…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
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Anacostia River
#12 Anacostia River Good
12.2 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Cloudy · 68°F
The Anacostia River in the District of Columbia offers numerous fishing opportunities for anglers. Fish species in the river include largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
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Oxon Creek
#13 Oxon Creek Good
14.6 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Cloudy · 68°F
Oxon Creek Fishing Area is located in Prince George's County, Maryland, in the United States. It is a popular destination for anglers due to its variety of fish species, including…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
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Potomac Aqueduct (historical)
#14 Potomac Aqueduct (historical)
12.5 mi away
The Potomac Aqueduct Historical Fishing Area in Washington D.C. offers anglers a chance to catch a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish. Nearby…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid
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Alexandria Aqueduct
#15 Alexandria Aqueduct
12.6 mi away
Alexandria Aqueduct Fishing Area is a popular fishing spot located in the District of Columbia. This area is home to various fish species, including smallmouth bass, bluegill, and…
Why 50: species variety
50Solid

Fishing near Springfield

The Springfield area has 27 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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