Fishing

Bath County Clerk’s Office

65 Courthouse Hill Road-Room 123
Warm Springs, VA 24484
540-839-7226
Obtain hunting and fishing licenses Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Blowing Springs

Route 39
7698 Mountain Valley Road
Warm Springs, VA 24484
For information, contact the Warm Springs Ranger District: 540-839-2521
Operated by the US Forest Service
At Blowing Springs recreational area, visitors can enjoy fishing in Back Creek, swimming, whitewater paddling and hiking all while embracing wilderness at its best. Open year round.

Dominion Back Creek Recreational Area

Route 600
316 Power Station Drive
Warm Springs, VA 24484
The Dominion Back Creek recreational area is located adjacent to the world’s most powerful pumped storage generating station, a Dominion-owned property that provides electricity for millions of homes across six different states. This 325 acre public recreational area has two lakes and is a popular destination for fishing, non-power boating, picnicking, swimming, hiking and camping.

Douthat State Park

14329 Douthat State Park Road
Millboro, VA 24460
540-862-8100
Visitor Services Specialist: 540-862-8117
Reservations: 540-933-PARK
douthat@dcr.virginia.gov
Located amid some of Virginia’s most breathtaking mountain scenery, visitors enjoy Douthat State Park’s miles of stream fishing, a 50 acre recreation lake stocked with trout, a sandy swimming beach, boat and bicycle rentals, a camp store, miles of hiking, biking, horseback riding trails, cabins, campgrounds, picnic areas and a Lakeside Restaurant.

Fort Lewis Lodge

603 Old Plantation Way
Millboro, VA 24460
540-925-2314
info@fortlewislodge.com
www.fortlewislodge.com
A stone’s throw from Lexington and Staunton, Fort Lewis Lodge is a full-service country inn at the heart of a 3,200-acre mountain estate first carved from the wilderness in the 1750’s. Outdoor activities abound with miles of river trout and bass fishing on the privately owned Cowpasture River. You will also enjoy swimming, extensive hiking trails, mountain biking, magnificent views and abundant wildlife. Fort Lewis is a rare combination of unpretentious elegance and exceptional comfort with a variety of lodging choices where every room has a view. Three "in the round" silo bedrooms, four hand-hewn log cabins with stone fireplaces, and Riverside House are perfect for a romantic getaway. Evenings are highlighted by contemporary American-style cuisine served in the historic Lewis Gristmill.

Hidden Valley Bed and Breakfast

2241 Hidden Valley Road
Warm Springs, VA 24484
540-839-3178
hiddenvalleybb@tds.net
www.hiddenvalleybedandbreakfast.com
Warwickton Manor, a magnificent brick home built by James W. Warwick in 1851, is now home to the Hidden Valley Bed & Breakfast. The lush natural beauty of the George Washington National Forest provides a peaceful and secluded location for the Manor House which is on National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark. During your stay you will enjoy a leisurely breakfast while deciding whether to go mountain biking, hiking or birding on the local trails that ring the property. For fly-fishermen the Jackson River is just a cast away! Offerings include three spacious bedrooms with two Queen beds, one with two double beds and private bath. The manor is furnished with beautiful period antiques. The Summer Kitchen, built for the movie "Sommersby" filmed on site in 1993 is now open for guests desiring a more private setting. The Kitchen sleeps four and is perfect for a small family or a group of fishermen. Full kitchen, fireplaces, TVDVD and pet-friendly make the Summer Kitchen the perfect get away. Open year round.

Hidden Valley Dispersed Recreational Area

1531 Hidden Valley Road
Warm Springs, VA 24484
For information, contact the Warm Springs Ranger District: 540-839-2521
Operated by the US Forest Service
Situated in a remote area of the George Washington National Forest, Hidden Valley is rich in both history and natural beauty. With over 6.5 miles of the Jackson River and 24 miles of trails, Hidden Valley offers excellent opportunities for fishing, hiking, biking and camping.

The Homestead Resort and Spa

1766 Homestead Drive
Hot Springs, VA 24445
540-839-1766 or 800-838-1766
stay@thehomestead.com
www.thehomestead.com
The Homestead is situated on 3,000 acres in the Allegheny Mountains and is one of America’s highest rated resorts. Built in 1766 as a resort to “take the waters,” the hotel and its spa have grown to include three championship golf courses, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, tennis, swimming, skeet and trap shooting, falconry, skiing, snowboarding and ice skating.

Hunter’s Paradise

6760 Deerfield Road
Millboro, VA 24460
540-996-4134 or 540-969-6561
www.greenvalleyhuntersparadise.com
Located on a privately owned 2,500 acre game managed farm, Green Valley Hunter's Paradise caters to the hunter who yearns for the ultimate outdoor experience. Whether its whitetail deer, turkey or upland game bird hunting; lake or stream fishing for trout or bass; boating, hiking or mountain biking, Green Valley Hunter's Paradise offers something for every type of hunter.

Lake Moomaw/Bolar Mountain Recreational Area

Route 600
756 Twin Ridge Drive
Warm Springs, VA 24484
For information, contact the Warm Springs Ranger District: 540-839-2521
Operated by the US Forest Service
Lake Moomaw and the Bolar Mountain recreational areas are among the most popular developed recreational areas in the George Washington National Forest and provide an endless array of activities including boating, fishing, hiking, biking and camping.

The Marina at Lake Moomaw

Route 600
8446 Bolars Draft Road
Warm Springs, VA 24484
540-279-4144
Operated by the US Forest Service
Lake Moomaw is a renowned fishing destination. Fishermen have the option of renting a boat from the Lake Moomaw Marina for a thrilling catch or casting lines from the bank for a more leisurely fishing experience. In addition to its citation size brown and rainbow trout, Lake Moomaw also offers bass, pan and crappie fishing.

Maple Tree Outdoors

7383 Big Valley Road
Bolar, VA 24484
(540) 468-2682
With over 28 years of experience and familiarity of the woods, streams and lakes around the Bolar area, Maple Tree Outdoors is a business that truly knows the area and its' wildlife. Maple Tree Outdoors is the perfect place for all your hunting and fishing needs.

Meadow Lane Lodge and Cottages

646 Meadow Lane Trail
Warm Springs, VA 24484
540-839-5959
glenn@meadowlanecottages.com
www.meadowlanecottages.com
Meadow Lane Lodge is a distinctive country inn nestled on 1,400 protected acres on which guests are encouraged to hike, play tennis or enjoy other outdoor activities. Conveniently located by the pristine Jackson River, Meadow Lane has access to 2.5 miles of acclaimed, private Virginia trout fly-fishing waters allowing guests to fish for trout and swim. This stretch of water offers every level from beginner to expert fly fisherman a great experience. There are also practice ponds available for casters honing their skills. The 1860 House at Meadow Lane Lodge is also a great location to host family reunions, weddings, corporate retreats and other special events.

Millboro General Store

197 Main Street
Millboro, VA 24460
540- 997-9497
This general store nestled in the little village of Millboro, offers gasoline, full service grocery items, hunting and fishing licenses, as well as deer, bear and turkey check in. In addition to pizza, sandwiches and daily specials, you can pick up souvenir country crafts and folk arts.

Millboro Mercantile

30462 Mountain Valley Road
Millboro, VA 24460
540-997-5533
Conveniently located at the intersection of Routes 39 and 42, Millboro Mercantile offers gasoline and a full line of grocery items. A refrigerator section offers milk and ice cream products along with groceries, snacks and a good selection of wines and beer. Deer check in station.

Oakridge Station

21808 Mountain Valley Road
Millboro, VA 24460
540-996-4151
Oakridge is a full service convenience store offering gasoline, snack and beverage items, freshly made sandwiches and Hunt Brothers Pizza. Hunting Licenses available. Check in Station for Bear, Deer, Turkey.

Warm Springs Market

15828 Mountain Valley Road
Warm Springs, VA 24484
540-839-2451
Warm Springs Market is a quaint, old-fashioned grocery store serving North Carolina BBQ, fried chicken, ribs, homemade soups, desserts, Philly cheese steaks, breakfast sandwiches and more. They sell gasoline, as well as, some hunting and fishing supplies and are a game check-in station.