Beaverdam Reservoir is part of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, fisheries management program. Studies are conducted each year with stocking programs implemented as needed.   Beaverdam Reservoir is home to species such as large mouth bass, catfish, carp and a variety of pan fish species.  To protect this drinking water source, we ask that all guests properly dispose of used fishing line, hooks, bait containers and trash prior to leaving the park.  Fishing is permitted from the water, the shoreline around the reservoir and the Crew Overlook Pier within Reservoir Park. Fishing from the pedestrian bridge and central pier located at the boat rental marina is prohibited.  Live bait, basic fishing equipment, snacks and drinks will be available seasonally for purchase at the boat rental marina. Please follow all Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources requirements for fishing.  View the most recent biologist management report.  

Enjoy fishing at Piscataway Crossing Regional Park from the comfort of your canoe or kayak. The Potomac River in this location has a wide variety of fish species and the waters here are calm enough to fish from your personal watercraft. Boats must be carried on car tops as no trailers are allowed. Only non-motorized boats are allowed. No motorboats or jet skis are permitted. Fishing is permitted from designated areas only. All Virginia fishing requires a valid license.

Those looking for a different, potentially more challenging fishing experience can venture down the Seneca Regional Park trail network to the Potomac River. There, a series of churning rapids paced with flowing pools of deeper water unfolds, creating a truly unique fishing experience. The Potomac has a variety of larger fish many of which can be found in the area along Seneca’s shores. Virginia fishing license required for ages 16 and older.

Pohick Bay Regional Park is an excellent place to enjoy a day of fishing on the bay. The area is home to bluegill, carp, catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, striped bass, and perch which can be caught all year round in Pohick Bay on the Potomac River. Perch fishing peaks in the spring. Striped bass can also be found in early spring but peak in the fall. Fisherman can enjoy fishing from the shoreline, personal boats launched at the park’s boat ramp or boat rentals to head out for a day on the water. All fishing in Virginia requires a license.

Explore the environmental wonders of the Pohick Bay area by renting one of the many boats available at Pohick Bay Regional Park.  The park’s fleet consists of pedal boats, single kayaks, double kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. Pohick Bay Regional Park offers hourly and daily rentals for those interested in exploring Pohick Bay and the surrounding area. Rental boats are launched from the shore or dock.

Occoquan Regional Park offers hourly and daily kayak rentals for those interested in exploring the river and surrounding. Kayaks are launched from shore and are available in one or two seat configurations. Guests must be at least 16 years old to rent boats and kayaks. 

Please note: Pets are not permitted in rental boats. 

Occoquan Regional Park is an excellent place to enjoy a day of fishing in the Occoquan River. The river is home to white perch, striped bass, largemouth bass, crappie, yellow perch, flathead catfish and channel catfish. Fishermen can enjoy fishing from the Occoquan shoreline or make use of the park’s boat ramp and head out for a day on the water. All fishing in Virginia requires a license.

Fountainhead offers a snack bar located on the observation deck of the Marina Building, which commands a spectacular view of the widest point of the Occoquan Reservoir. The snack bar also offers fishing bait and supplies.

Anglers enjoy Fountainhead Regional Park because the horsepower limits on the reservoir allow for a peaceful fishing experience. The reservoir sports a healthy population of Bass, Bluegill, Catfish, Crappie, and more. Fisherman can make use of the park’s bait shop, with a wide selection of bait and tackle, a snack bar, a bragging board, a 250-foot fishing pier and a 100-foot floating dock. All fishing in Virginia requires a license for anyone age 16 or older. 

Fountainhead rents out a variety of boats for use on the Occoquan Reservoir, including 3 and 4 person jon boats (trolling motors and batteries available), kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Rentals are typically open for business from March to mid-November, weather permitting. Users can rent boats by the hour or for the entire day. 

If renting a trolling motor with a battery, please be advised that the trolling motor batteries only last for an hour when run on full speed. Batteries may last for longer if run intermittently or at lower speeds. Patrons are required to row back once the battery has died.

Group rentals are available upon request. Please complete the to submit your request. Group Rental Inquiry Form 

NOVA Parks offers public and private guided tours via the Roving Naturalist program; led by Matt Felperin. He is an ACA certified paddle instructor and has a wealth of knowledge on local ecology, especially bird life. He can offer access to NOVA Parks outside the times open to the public, which is a unique opportunity. If you are interested in booking the Roving Naturalist, please contact Matt Felperin at mfelperin@nvrpa.org.