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Fishing Piers · Virginia Beach, VA

Fishing Piers in Virginia Beach

8 listings · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Fishing piers are among the easiest ways to get on the water without a boat - a stable platform out over the surf or a bay, often with railings, benches, lights for night fishing and a bait shop nearby. Many public piers are free to walk and fish, while some municipal and private piers charge a modest daily fishing fee, and a state saltwater or freshwater license may still be required depending on the pier and state. They are a favorite for families and beginners because the access is simple and you can catch a real variety of species right from the deck. The listings here help you find piers by city and state, with what to expect on arrival.

Below are 8 fishing piers listings in Virginia Beach, VA, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Virginia Beach Fishing Pier (4.4★, 4,729 Google reviews).

Typical pricing

Many fishing piers are free; some municipal or private piers charge a small daily fishing fee. A state fishing license may be required depending on the pier and state (some piers hold a blanket license that covers anglers) - confirm fees and license rules with the pier or your state agency.

See our full guide to fishing in Virginia Beach for neighborhoods, local pricing and how to choose.

Top fishing piers listings in Virginia Beach

  1. 1
    Virginia Beach Fishing Pier
    Charters

    Virginia Beach Fishing Pier

    Virginia Beach

    Fishing pier in North Virginia Beach, VA · 4.4★ (4729).

    ★ 4.4 · 4,729View →
  2. 2
    Little Island Park
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    Little Island Park

    Virginia Beach

    City park in Sandbridge, VA · 4.7★ (2245).

    ★ 4.7 · 2,245View →
  3. 3
    Sandbridge Fishing Pier
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    Sandbridge Fishing Pier

    Virginia Beach

    Fishing pier in Virginia Beach, VA · 4.5★ (214).

    ★ 4.5 · 214View →
  4. 4
    Sea Gull Pier
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    Sea Gull Pier

    Virginia Beach

    Fishing pier in Virginia Beach, VA · 4.7★ (45).

    ★ 4.7 · 45View →
  5. 5
    Bill Harbert recreation fishing and education. Pier
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    Bill Harbert recreation fishing and education. Pier

    Virginia Beach

    Fishing pier in Ocean View, VA · 4.2★ (35).

    ★ 4.2 · 35View →
  6. 6
    JEB Little Creek Cove Marina
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    JEB Little Creek Cove Marina

    Virginia Beach

    Marina in Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, VA · 4.5★ (34).

    ★ 4.5 · 34View →
  7. 7
    Fishing Pier
    Charters

    Fishing Pier

    Virginia Beach

    Fishing pier in Ocean View, VA · 4.3★ (10).

    ★ 4.3 · 10View →
  8. 8
    Witchduck Lake
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    Witchduck Lake

    Virginia Beach

    Fishing pier in Northwest, VA · 4.8★ (5).

    ★ 4.8 · 5View →

FAQ

Fishing Piers in Virginia Beach - common questions

How many fishing piers are there in Virginia Beach? +
Lure Compass lists 8 listings for fishing piers in Virginia Beach, VA.
Who has the best-rated fishing piers in Virginia Beach? +
By Google review volume, Virginia Beach Fishing Pier is the most-reviewed fishing piers listing in Virginia Beach (4.4★, 4,729 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.
Do you need a license to fish off a pier? +
It depends on the pier and the state. Some public piers operate under a blanket license that covers everyone fishing from them, while at others each angler needs their own state license. Check the pier operator or your state wildlife agency for the specific rule before you fish.
Are fishing piers free? +
Many public piers are free to fish, but some municipal and privately run piers charge a daily fishing fee, and there may be a separate parking cost. Fees, hours and any license requirement vary by location - confirm with the pier before you go.
What can you catch from a fishing pier? +
That varies by region and season, and pier regulars are usually happy to share what is biting. Reviews and listings here can point you to well-reviewed piers by city and state, but the pier operator or a nearby bait shop is your best source for current conditions and what is running.
How much does a fishing charter cost in Virginia Beach? +
Virginia Beach charters typically run about $500-$1,400 depending on the trip. Bay and nearshore structure trips for flounder and sea bass are the most affordable; full-day cobia trips and offshore canyon runs for tuna and marlin sit at the top because of the distance and fuel. Confirm the all-in price with the operator.
When is rockfish season in Virginia Beach? +
Trophy striped bass, called rockfish here, are mainly a late-fall and winter target as big migratory fish stage around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the bay mouth. Regulations and seasons for keeping them change, so ask your captain what is open for your dates.
What can you catch fishing Virginia Beach in summer? +
Summer is prime for cobia sight-fishing and big red drum near the shoals, with flounder and black sea bass holding on structure like the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Offshore canyon trips run to the Gulf Stream edge for tuna and marlin when the weather allows.

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