Holmes Run
Stocked Rainbow trout fishing
There is a place to park right off of Columbia pike. There is a park made up of walking trails that wind with the creek.
This is close! but where do you park?
This is close! but where do you park?
Sorry, here is the correct comment. Holmes run is runoff from Lake Barcroft close to Bailys Crossroads. An unusual place for trout. I've been there only once. I was very skeptical when I entered the creek. I've never seen so much (metal) rebar in one place before. Though the creek was in a valley that was picturesque. Initially, every cast of my dry fly brought in a tiny bluegill which became an annoyance. So I put on a beaded nymph and immediately pulled out a 12" rainbow. I then walked towards the dam and within 2 hrs, caught 5 - 12" rainbow trout. I was shocked.
Holmes Run is a small creek that runs through a farm field. The fish are easily spooked since there is little cover on the banks. If you go on a Friday or weekend, be prepared to fight the crowds. This is regularly stocked by VDGIF. There are also 15"+ largemouth bass in there.