Marine Corps Base Quantico

"Crossroads of the Marine Corps"

Fishing

Marine Corps Base, Quantico (MCBQ), offers anglers the opportunity to pursue a variety of sport fish, including largemouth bass, bluegill, and catfish within three large impoundments and several ponds ranging from 5-16 acres. Brook trout are stocked in the spring for put and take and youth fishing events. The Potomac River and Quantico and Chopawamsic Creeks provide access to tidal freshwater fishing for largemouth bass and migratory fish such as striped bass and herring. Locations of all lakes, ponds, and designated trout waters can be found on the MCBQ fishing map. Most of our smaller lakes and ponds are non-gasoline engine only. Gasoline motors are allowed in tidal creeks and Lunga Reservoir. However, in Lunga Reservoir only 10 hp motors may be used without restriction. Larger motors may only be used at idle speed. Please consult the MCBQ fishing regulations for additional rules and restrictions.

To fish aboard MCBQ anglers must purchase all necessary state licenses, as well as, a Base fishing license. An annual MCBQ fishing license costs $20 and a 3-day trip license cost $3. MCBQ fishing licenses can be purchased at the Game Checking Station, the Lunga General Store, and at the Marine Corps Exchange sporting goods desk. Again, please be sure to familiarize yourself with the MCBQ fishing regulations.

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