Fish

Largemouth bass
Largemouth Bass

Historically, 43 species of fish have been encountered in the waters of the park, including the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers and the streams leading into them. Popular freshwater game fish include largemouth and smallmouth bass (Micropterus salmoides and M. dolomieu), channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), and bluegill sunfish (Lepomis macrochirus).

Last updated: March 21, 2022

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Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Park Service
PO Box 65

Harpers Ferry, WV 25425

Phone:

304 535-6029

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