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Planning your next fishing trip in Fairfax, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in and around Fairfax, Virginia offers anglers easy access to productive lakes, suburban ponds, and classic Mid‑Atlantic rivers full of bass, panfish, and stocked trout. With the Potomac River, Occoquan system, and a dense network of park lakes nearby, Fairfax fishing options range from quick lunch‑break casts to full‑day trips targeting largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, catfish, and more. read more...

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Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 14:48 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
    Sunrise:
  • Sunset:
    Nautical Twilight ends:
  • Moonrise:
  • Moonset:
  • Moon over:
  • Moon under:
  • Visibility:
    84%
  • Waning Gibbous - 84% illuminated Waning Gibbous
Next New Moon in ~11 days on 14th June
  • Distance to earth:
    399,671 km
    Proximity:
    14.1 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Fairfax
Full Moon
Sun, 31 May
New Moon
Sun, 14 Jun
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • major Time:
    03:17 am - 05:17 am
  • minor Time:
    08:07 am - 10:07 am
  • major Time:
    03:37 pm - 05:37 pm
  • minor Time:
    11:07 pm - 01:07 am
All times are displayed in the America/New_York timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -4 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). Blue areas indicate high and low tides. The center shows the current moon phase which is a Waning Gibbous at 84% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -1 hour and -11 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/New_York • Thu, 4 Jun 03:05 • 38.846, -77.306

Tides Times for Fishing: Thu, 4 Jun

The Tideclock displays the tide status and the hours until the next tide. Currently the tide is falling and the next low tide is in 2 hours and 52 minutes.
Tide Graph
05:58 am 11:45 am 06:53 pm AM PM 3.18 ft 0.52 ft height hour: 12 2 4 6 8 10 12 2 4 6 8 10 12
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Tide Time Height
low 05:58 am 0.62 ft
high 11:45 am 3.18 ft
low 06:53 pm 0.52 ft
Tide Coefficient at 11:45 am is 118
For fishing, stronger tides are often favourable as they cause stronger currents and more motion on the sea bed. The above tidal coefficients give us an indication of how strong the tides are compared to their average. A value over 90 indicates very strong tides, known as spring tides. A low value indicates weak tides, known as neap tides. The tidal coefficient can range from 20 to 120 with a mean value of 70. A higher number usually indicates better fishing.
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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
Date Major Bite Times Minor Bite Times Sun Moon Moonphase Tide Times
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.62 ft
high: , 3.22 ft , Coeff: 120
low: , 0.49 ft
high: , 2.82 ft , Coeff: 96
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S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
low: , 0.62 ft
high: , 3.18 ft , Coeff: 118
low: , 0.52 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Waning Gibbous moon phase
Waning Gibbous
high: , 2.85 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , 0.66 ft
high: , 3.15 ft , Coeff: 116
low: , 0.49 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 2.89 ft , Coeff: 100
low: , 0.66 ft
high: , 3.12 ft , Coeff: 114
low: , 0.46 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 2.95 ft , Coeff: 104
low: , 0.69 ft
high: , 3.05 ft , Coeff: 110
low: , 0.43 ft
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S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 3.05 ft , Coeff: 110
low: , 0.69 ft
high: , 2.99 ft , Coeff: 106
low: , 0.39 ft
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S: 		R:
S: 		Third Quarter Moon moon phase
Third Quarter Moon
high: , 3.18 ft , Coeff: 118
low: , 0.66 ft
high: , 2.92 ft , Coeff: 102
low: , 0.36 ft
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S: 		Waning Crescent moon phase
Waning Crescent
high: , 3.35 ft , Coeff: 128
low: , 0.59 ft
high: , 2.85 ft , Coeff: 98
low: , 0.36 ft
*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Fairfax

Fairfax, Virginia fishing revolves around a mix of small public lakes, park ponds, and quick access to the Potomac, Occoquan, and Shenandoah systems. Anglers can fish everything from suburban largemouth spots like Burke Lake and Lake Accotink to hard‑fighting smallmouth in the upper Potomac, plus powerful blue catfish and striped bass in tidal reaches just east of town.

Seasonal patterns drive success around Fairfax. In early spring, largemouth bass push shallow on rock banks, downed timber, and riprap in Burke Lake, Royal Lake, and local stormwater ponds as soon as water temps crack the low 50s. Slow‑rolled spinnerbaits, suspending jerkbaits, and compact jigs excel. Crappie stage on brush and dock pilings; small tube jigs and minnows under fixed bobbers produce steady action. As water warms into late spring, bass fan beds in protected coves and pockets. Soft plastics—wacky‑rigged stickbaits and Texas‑rigged creature baits—are staples across all Fairfax‑area ponds and park lakes.

Through summer, most Fairfax fishing shifts to low‑light windows. At Burke Lake and Lake Fairfax, work topwaters at dawn and dusk over submerged points and weed edges, then back off to 8–15 feet with finesse worms on drop‑shot or shaky heads during mid‑day. Pond bass slide into shade around culverts, laydowns, and fountains—pitch compact jigs or weightless plastics tight to cover. Bluegill and other panfish bite all day on simple worm‑and‑bobber rigs, making them ideal for quick family trips at neighborhood ponds and county parks.

Fall is one of the best times to fish near Fairfax. Cooling water pushes baitfish shallow on wind‑blown banks and the upper ends of coves on the Potomac and Occoquan. Bass and walleye key on these schools—cover water with medium‑running crankbaits, underspins, and swimbaits. On local lakes, look for birds working over busting fish; white perch, crappie, and juvenile striped bass often mix in open‑water feeds. As winter sets in, focus on deep structure: channel edges, dam faces, and steep rock. Blade baits, spoons, and Ned rigs fished slowly can turn lethargic bass and walleye.

Habitat and key waters around Fairfax include:

  • Burke Lake – Classic northern Virginia largemouth, crappie, and walleye water. Target the dam face, creek arm timber, and mid‑lake points.
  • Lake Accotink & Lake Fairfax – Reliable for bass, crappie, and stocked trout; shoreline access and rental boats make them approachable.
  • Neighborhood ponds – Many hold surprisingly good bass and bluegill; downsized tackle and stealthy approaches pay off in clear, pressured water.
  • Occoquan & tidal Potomac – Big‑water options for largemouth, blue catfish, striped bass, and invasive northern snakehead in grass beds and backwaters.

Techniques and tactical tips for Fairfax fishing center on matching forage and pressure. In heavily fished park lakes, use lighter line (6–10 lb fluorocarbon), smaller profile baits, and natural colors. Walk the bank and visually locate ambush points such as drains, corners, and isolated cover, making multiple casts from different angles. For river smallmouth and tidal bass trips within an hour of Fairfax, pack medium‑action spinning gear, 1/8–1/4 oz jigs, small swimbaits, and topwater walkers. When targeting catfish in the Occoquan or Potomac, look for current seams, channel bends, and deep holes; fresh cut bait on sturdy bottom rigs fished during dusk and night produces consistent action.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Fairfax area

Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.

Bull Run Marina - 12.61176766175km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Fairfax. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Daniels Run - 3.09558664243km , East Fork Popes Head Creek - 4.06877438585km , Pl 566 Dam Number Four - 5.2819143341km , Pl 566 Dam Number Two - 5.55306394751km , Rabbit Branch - 5.69348951758km , Sideburn Branch - 5.69348951758km , Pohick Creek Dam Number Seven - 5.81042330398km , Crook Branch - 5.90773580967km , Timberlake Dam - 7.14603625773km , South Fork Little Difficult Run - 7.60128391748km , Willow Springs Branch - 7.95144024km , Woodover Farms Dam - 8.21976272342km , Little Difficult Run - 8.30794514627km , North Twin Lake Dam - 8.88017050954km , South Twin Lake Dam - 9.14307373292km , Snakeden Branch - 9.34427794835km , Spring Lake - 9.38951351503km , Angelico Branch - 9.4807224908km , Castle Creek - 9.58285126093km , Accotink Dam - 9.62707372854km , Flag Run - 9.73285292041km , Lower Lake Dam - 9.83684137879km , Lake Thoreau Dam - 10.16426719727km , Burke Lake Dam - 10.17585225492km , Sangster Branch - 10.27301989765km , Cherry Run - 10.47763601376km , Peyton Run - 10.47763601376km , Swift Run - 10.59568984853km , Wolf Trap Farm Pond Dam - 11.03219274443km , Old Courthouse Spring Branch - 11.09679774336km , Pohick Creek Number Eight Dam - 11.10970738096km , Maple Branch - 11.61405563501km , Frog Branch - 11.63628317792km , Calamo Branch - 12.17903051842km , Popes Head Creek - 12.42427579789km , Woodside Dam - 12.44380099669km , Bull Run Marina - 12.61176766175km , Johnny Moore Creek - 12.6766448244km , Old Mill Branch - 12.69996906307km , Little Rocky Run - 12.74181356611km

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