Best fishing near Stafford
40 fishing spots · 40 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Stafford, 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 40 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Piney Run
39.7 mi away
Unfortunately, there is no Piney Run fishing area in the District of Columbia, USA. Piney Run is actually located in Maryland, approximately 50 miles away from Washington D.C…
Why 88: resort size & terrain
88Elite
A⛰
#2
Anacostia First High Reservoir
36.9 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: resort size & terrain
75Top-rated
K⛰
#3
Kingman Lake
39.6 mi away
Kingman Lake is a well-known fishing destination in Washington D.C. It is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and white perch…
Why 75: resort size & terrain
75Top-rated
S⛰
#4
Spring Branch (historical)
Good
38.7 mi away
· Water 73°F· Clear water · 6 FNU· Low water · fish concentrated
I'm sorry, but there is no Spring Branch Historical Fishing Area in the District of Columbia. Could you please provide more information or clarify your question?
Why 74: live conditions (good)
74Top-rated
B⛰
#5
Bruce-Monroe Elementary School
36.4 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: resort size & terrain
63Solid
C⛰
#6
Constitutional Gardens Pond
36.8 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: resort size & terrain
63Solid
N⛰
#7
Navy Yard Channel
37.6 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: resort size & terrain
63Solid
D⛰
#8
Dalecarlia Reservoir
Fair
38.2 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
P⛰
#9
Piscataway Creek
Good
26.5 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
G⛰
#10
Georgetown Reservoir
Fair
36.9 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
F⛰
#11
Foundry Branch
Fair
36.7 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
M⛰
#12
Maddox Branch
Fair
37.1 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
W⛰
#13
Washington Aqueduct
Fair
38.1 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
W⛰
#14
Wheatley Reservoir
Good
28.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Mostly Cloudy · 68°F · 5 mph wind
Wheatley Reservoir is located in Queen Anne's County, Maryland, USA. This fishing area is known for its range of fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
O⛰
#15
Oxon Run
Good
33.6 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
Fishing near Stafford
The Stafford area has 40 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Stafford
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
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