The lower section from #11 to #19 flowing by G.W. National Forest starts out with riffles then a few ledges and then much deeper holes where the Big Ones hang out. These are harder to catch but definitely keepers!

Fishing Licenses can be purchased ahead of time online http://www.dgif.state.va.us/licenses/ or at WalMart in Luray or at Outlanders, west of Luray. We do have bait worms and some selected fishing gear and artificial lures.

For Flyfishing supplies, Murray's is in Edinburg, just over the mountain.http://www.murraysflyshop.com/ They also can arrange lessons. Also Page Valley Fly Fishing can arrange guided trips too.

Other bait you might want to buy /catch to take on the River--minnows, Mad Toms and helgamites.

The Fish Kills of '05 & '06 put a dent in the popluation but it is rebounding. There are still lots of fish here!

Shenandoah River Outfitters has River Log Cabins for rent on the banks of the Shenandoah. Each cabin sleeps 6. There is a shower/bath room and a kitchenette. A front porch completes the cabin. Simply a Great Get-a-way spot 150 yards from the banks of the Shenandoah!

Other pages on this site to explore:
River MapRiver Tips Canoe Rental RatesRiver Quiz

Check out this page for hints on taking Fish Photos!