The Rural Retreat Fishing Lake, located in Wythe County, VA, near the town of Rural Retreat, is a 90-acre lake owned by the Department of Game & Inland Fisheries (DGIF). It offers fishing opportunities for Muskie, Bass, Channel catfish up to 15 pounds, and fully stocked trout pond. The lake provides bank and boat fishing year-round with an accessible boat dock, as well as a small seasonally stocked trout pond surrounded by hardwood forest and reedy marshland. In addition, the area boasts a campground with 40 wooded campsites for visitors to enjoy throughout the year. The lake is open year-round for fishing, boating, hiking, biking, disc golf, and family fun, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.