Virginia Lakes - Bridgeport, CA

Lake Information

Fish Species: Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
Virginia Lakes near Bridgeport, CA, offer exceptional alpine trout fishing across multiple scenic lakes set high in the Sierra Nevada above 9,700 feet elevation. Lakes such as Little Virginia, Big Virginia, and Trumbull are well-stocked with rainbow, brook, and brown trout, providing consistent angling success throughout the season. Popular fishing methods include bait fishing using PowerBait and worms, spin fishing with spinners and spoons, and fly fishing with nymphs, dry flies, and streamers. Fly anglers especially benefit from the clear waters ideal for sight fishing. Non-motorized boats such as float tubes and kayaks grant anglers access to deeper, more productive areas, while shore fishing remains consistently effective near inlets. Facilities include fully equipped campgrounds, boat launches, picnic sites, and trailheads that open additional wilderness exploration opportunities. Abundant wildlife further enriches the experience, making Virginia Lakes a top-tier fishing and outdoor recreation destination for anglers and nature enthusiasts seeking serene alpine beauty and reliable trout fishing.



Latest Photos

4 lbs. 11 oz.
Brian Betts Corona 4lb11 Pbait 9-22
9-30-2024
4 lbs. 15 oz.
Beth Sherman Reno 4lb15 Mtail 9-13 BV
9-30-2024
4 lbs. 7 oz.
Michael Wheeler Huntington Bch 4lb7 Buoyant 9-27 BV
9-30-2024
4 lbs. 14 oz.
Mike Ayala Santa Barb 4lb14 DFW Mtail 9-25 BV
9-30-2024

Virginia Lakes Whoppers

Species Weight Date Report
Rainbow Trout 9 lbs. 1 oz. 9-20-2020 View Report
Rainbow Trout 8 lbs. 6 oz. 10-11-2020 View Report
Rainbow Trout 7 lbs. 10 oz. 8-24-2020 View Report
Rainbow Trout 7 lbs. 7 oz. 8-09-2023 View Report
Rainbow Trout 7 lbs. 4 oz. 9-20-2020 View Report
Rainbow Trout 7 lbs. 2 oz. 8-09-2023 View Report
Rainbow Trout 7 lbs. 6-25-2020 View Report
Rainbow Trout 6 lbs. 8 oz. 7-26-2020 View Report
Rainbow Trout 6 lbs. 8 oz. 9-03-2023 View Report
Rainbow Trout 6 lbs. 7 oz. 8-17-2020 View Report

Latest Fish Plants

Plant DateSpeciesSourceTotal Pounds
8-25-2024Rainbow TroutCDFW 
7-28-2024Rainbow TroutCDFW 
7-30-2023Rainbow TroutCDFW 
8-28-2022Rainbow TroutCDFW 
8-14-2022Rainbow TroutCDFW 


Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
6-15-2025 The Virginias have been fishing very well
The Virginias have been fishing very well this... more »
Jim Reid
6-1-2025 The Virginias are all thawed out
The Virginias are all thawed out and have... more »
Jim Reid
5-25-2025 Another week or less and the Virginias should be pretty much iced out
It sounds like another week or less and... more »
Jim Reid
5-18-2025 From what we’ve heard about the Virginias it’s time to wait it out until the ice clears the rest of the way
From what we’ve heard about the Virginias it’s... more »
Kens Sporting Goods Staff
5-11-2025 Ice is still pretty good at the Virginias although it is melting off near the inlets pretty fast
Yesterday anglers reported to us that the ice... more »
Kens Sporting Goods Staff

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