Lake Anna, Virginia
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Bass or striper:

which trip is right for you?

Lake Anna gives you two of Virginia’s best fisheries in one lake, and two completely different days on the water. This is the question most first time guests ask us, so here is the honest breakdown to help you choose.
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Largemouth bass

Strategy and precision
Every trip involves reading conditions, making presentations and adapting through the day as fish move between docks, offshore structure, grass, rock, timber and bait. If you enjoy staying engaged, casting lures and learning how fish behave through the seasons, bass fishing is hard to beat.
  • Constant casting
  • Groups of 3 or fewer
  • Learning new techniques
  • Catch and release
Largemouth Bass Trip

Striped bass

Powerful fights and fast action
Depending on the season and the current pattern, your guide may use live bait, trolling or jigging to locate active schools. If your goal is battling hard fighting fish, spending time with family and friends, or simply an exciting day on the water, a striper trip is the pick.
  • Powerful fights
  • Larger groups, up to 5
  • Live bait and trolling
  • Harvest optional
Striper Trip

Can’t decide?

Many guests book a half day bass trip and a half day striper trip to compare the two fisheries in one visit to Lake Anna.
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Side by side

The quick comparison, if you just want the facts to decide.

Largemouth bass

Striped bass

Best for

Anglers who like to stay active and learn

Families, groups and first timers
Pace
Constant casting and moving
Set the bait, wait, then hold on
Group size
Up to 3 anglers
Up to 5 anglers
How you fish
Casting lures: jigs, topwater, drop shot, LiveScope
Live bait, trolling and jigging
Best season
March to June and October to November
October to April, plus fall topwater
Boat
High performance bass boat
Pontoon or bass boat
Keeping fish
Catch and release over 16 inches
Harvest welcome within limits
Trips from
$400 half day, $600 full day
$600, 6 to 8 hours

Common questions

Which is better for kids?
Striper trips edge it for young kids and complete beginners: less casting, strong obvious bites and room for up to 5. Bass trips are still great for older kids who want to be hands on and learn to cast.
Both grow large on Lake Anna. Stripers pull harder and often weigh more, while a trophy largemouth is the prize many anglers chase. If raw fight is the goal, book striper; if you want to target a personal best bass, book bass.
Yes. A popular option is a half day bass trip and a half day striper trip, either on the same day or across a weekend. Call or text and we will help you build the schedule.

Pick your trip, or fish both

Whichever you choose, the boat, premium tackle and an expert guide are included.
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