Smith Mountain Lake Striper Slot Limit
Fish Size Limits. On Smith Lake, it is illegal to possess a black bass that measures 13-15 inches in length. The ABT will adhere to the specified slot limit on Smith Lake. Smith Mountain Lake is a fairly clear body of water, therefore I prefer to use a fluorocarbon leader when planer board fishing. I like 20-30lb Yo-Zuri Disappearing Pink. It’s an awesome soft, strong, invisible line that comes in relatively small 30yd spools, so you’ve always got fresh leader material.
- Smith Mountain Lake is Virginia's most visited - and second largest - lake. This FAQ answers frequently asked questions. Q: Is it safe to swim in Smith Mountain Lake? A: SML is safe to swim in, except near geese, ducks, water fowl, and farm animals - and sometimes following heavy rainfalls that create runoff from farm land or disturb sediment on the lake bottom.
- Located in Moneta along the North Shore of the lake, Captain Bert’s Fishing Charters specializes in striped bass, popular for their immense size and abundance in Smith Mountain Lake. Rates for these Smith Mountain Lake fishing charters range from $325.00 – $425.00 for up to 6 people for a half day to $500.00 – $600.00 for up to 6 people.
The Smith Mountain Lake Fishing Tournament hosted at Gills Creek Marina.
PRIZES
1st Category – LARGEMOUTH BASS
(Must weigh 3.50 pounds or over)
1st Prize – $800 Cash
2nd Prize – $600.00 Cash
3rd Prize – $400.00 Cash
4th Prize – $200.00 Cash
2nd Category – MUSKELLUNGE
(Must weigh Minimum 15 pounds and Minimum 30” length)
1st Prize – $800.00 Cash
2nd Prize – $600.00 Cash
3rd Prize – $400.00 Cash
4th Prize – $200.00 Cash
3rd Category – CRAPPIE
(Must weigh 1.50 pounds or over)
1st Prize – $800.00 Cash
2nd Prize – $600.00 Cash
3rd Prize – $400.00 Cash
4th Prize – $200.00 Cash
4th Category – SMALLMOUTH BASS
(Must weigh 3.00 pounds or over)
1st Prize – $800.00 Cash
2nd Prize – $600.00 Cash
3rd Prize – $400.00 Cash
4th Prize – $200.00 Cash
5th Category – CATFISH
(Must weigh 4.00 pounds or over)
1st Prize – $800.00 Cash
2nd Prize – $600.00 Cash
3rd Prize – $400.00 Cash
4th Prize – $200.00 Cash
Smith Mountain Lake Striper Guides
6th Category – STRIPERS
Out the Slot Limit (Slot Between 30” – 40”) Heaviest Weight – Minimum 24” length
1st Prize – $800.00 Cash
2nd Prize – $600.00 Cash
3rd Prize – $400.00 Cash
4th Prize – $200.00 Cash