Craig County · stream · order 4 river · ~12 cfs typical
Paint Bank Branch
Paint Bank Branch is a stream in Craig 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
82°
58°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
84°
65°
10 mph
28%
Sun
Showers
72°
64°
12 mph
70%
→ 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
- Ewin Run2.2 mi
- Valley Branch2.4 mi
- Back Creek5.2 mi
- Rocky Branch5.4 mi
- Jones Branch5.4 mi
- Moncove Lake5.2 mi
- Black Branch6.1 mi
- Trout 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.
Paint Bank Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Paint Bank 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 Paint Bank Branch?+
Paint Bank Branch is a stream in Craig County, Virginia. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.