Amherst County · stream · order 5 river · ~197 cfs typical
Buffalo River
Buffalo River is a stream in Amherst 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
91°
61°
7 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
93°
65°
11 mph
10%
Sun
Showers
78°
68°
9 mph
75%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
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
- Brown Creek2.7 mi
- Rucker Run3.6 mi
- Edwards Branch4.2 mi
- Camp Creek3.7 mi
- Bobs Creek4.5 mi
- Nelson Lake4.7 mi
- Owens Creek4.1 mi
- Dry Branch5.4 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.
Buffalo River fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Buffalo River?+
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 Buffalo River?+
Buffalo River is a stream in Amherst County, Virginia. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.