The Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge welcomes fishing at these units:

• Cat Point Creek: tidal creek; accessible pier; canoe, kayak, and small boat launch
• Hutchinson: tidal creek; accessible pier; accessible canoe and kayak launch
• Laurel Grove: 10-acre freshwater pond; canoe and kayaks can be launched from bank
• Wilna: 35-acre freshwater pond, canoe, kayak, and small boat launch

Fish Responsibly

All state fishing and boating laws and regulations apply to fishing on the Refuge, and all anglers 16 and older must have a valid Virginia fishing license.

Please follow these rules to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable visit and to help protect our wildlife and its habitat.

• Lead fishing tackle is prohibited in Wilna and Laurel Grove ponds and discouraged elsewhere.
• Largemouth bass fishing is catch-and-release at the Wilna and Laurel Grove ponds.
• No boats propelled by gasoline engines are allowed.
• Please take care of your own waste. If you bring it, take it with you. Refuge units have a pack in, pack out policy.