Botetourt County · stream · order 2 river · ~1 cfs typical · seasonal
Buchanan Branch
Buchanan Branch is a stream in Botetourt County, Virginia. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Virginia's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
86°
60°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
87°
66°
13 mph
9%
Sun
Rain
76°
67°
11 mph
75%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Haymaker Branch0.3 mi
- Little Catawba Creek2.6 mi
- Sawmill Branch3.2 mi
- Plunkett Lake4.1 mi
- Jumping Run Creek4.7 mi
- Horse Pen Branch4.7 mi
- Lock Haven Lake5.3 mi
- Carvin Cove Reservoir4.9 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official VA regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Buchanan Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Buchanan Branch?+
Yes — Virginia requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Buchanan Branch?+
Buchanan Branch is a stream in Botetourt County, Virginia. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.