Family Fishing Fun

This event has been canceled.
Canceled because of predicted adverse weather.
We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Location of Sweet Run State Park in Virginia

Where

Sweet Run State Park, 11661 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA 20132.
Gordon Pond

When

June 8, 2025. 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Always wanted to try fishing but did not know where to start? Meet some fishing enthusiasts and trained guides at Gordon Pond to try your hand at fishing! It’s a free fishing weekend for Virginia, so you do not need a license to try this exciting sport. Fishing rods and tackle will be available. Meet park interpreters at Gordon Pond, an approximate ¾ to 1 ½ miles hike from of the three parking lots at Sweet Run State Park.

Fishing program with Rangers at Sweet Run State Park, Gordon Pond

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-668-6230
Email Address: sweetrun@dcr.virginia.gov