Lake Jackson Fishing near Buckhall, Virginia

• Overview

  You will find Lake Jackson in Prince William County, Virginia. It stands 190 feet above sea level. Roughly 83 acres: a morning covers one end, an afternoon the other. At about 3.3 miles of edge, most people work one arm at a time. For supplies, Buckhall is 2.5 miles out. It is 22 miles to Arlington, the nearest city. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Lake Jackson

  Our records hold no depth for this water. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Fish documented in Prince William County include bluegill, green sunfish and redbreast sunfish. Some of the species recorded here are protected or tightly regulated, so check what may be targeted before you fish. Fish Lake Jackson to its features, not to its size.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 77°F, the coldest about 34°F. Mild ends to the year keep the season long. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to fish here. On Lake Jackson that shapes the whole year.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. Expect a half a mile walk in from where the car goes. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Bank access can be seasonal on ground like this. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. For a change of water, Upper Occoquan Polish Pond is 7.3 miles distant. Nothing here settles the position at Lake Jackson for certain.