New River Trips LLC

Your Virginia vacation to the Blue Ridge Parkway is near North America’s oldest waterways, the New River. Aside from floating and kayaking, it’s home to fantastic fishing, and New River Trips LLC is leading the charge in this area.

Richie Hughes is the owner of New River Trips LLC and is a retired Chemistry and Physics teacher who taught in Greensboro for 29 years. He and his wife have lived in the Galax area for 18 years, and he has fished and led fishing trips on the New River for 51 seasons since 1974. 

Richie offers one-on-one service meaning you’re not crammed in a boat with countless strangers. Think of this more as a concierge-guided fishing trip, where Richie plans trips around your expertise and what type of fish you wish to catch. 

While New River Trips LLC is based out of Galax, Richie will meet you in other cities like Hillsville, depending on the type of fishing you desire. Either way, you’re close to other attractions like New River Outdoor Adventures, so you could combine a guided fishing trip with Richie followed by tubing or kayaking the New River.

Richie practices CPR on all his guided trips. No, not cardiopulmonary resuscitation, but “catch, photo, and release.” In this way, he ensures fish species will be around for others to discover and possibly hook. 

When seeking personalized fishing tours with a guide who knows “the spots,” call Richie at New River Trips LLC.

New River Trips: Fun Facts & Cool Features

Aside from the allure of fishing an ancient waterway, the New River is home to incredible wildlife, from majestic bald eagles to playful otters. While we hope you land the big one, you’ll enjoy the serenity of the great outdoors while casting a line.

Another standout feature is Richie’s special deals when you book a trip with your kids. He offers a discount for those under the age of 14 to make fishing family-friendly and affordable. 

With his vast experience, Richie is the consummate guide for those who want to fly fish or use a spinner. But don’t think these trips are for experts only. Richie prides himself on teaching the ins and outs of fishing to young and old alike. And with the various fish in the river, it makes for a marvelous experience for first-time anglers.

When your day of fishing is over, grab a meal at a standout restaurant like GX Asian Market or take the family to any of the nearby music venues on The Crooked Road. Such proximity makes combining multiple things to do easy.

New River Trips LLC offers concierge-style guided fishing trips that cater to young and old, seasoned and novice, ensuring a memorable Virginia vacation experience. 

Getting There

• Here are step-by-step driving directions to New River Trips LLC from Hillsville:
• Start by heading southeast on Main St toward E Grayson St.
• Turn left onto VA-89 S/E Stuart Dr.
• Continue to follow VA-89 S for approximately 10 miles.
• Turn right onto Glendale Rd.
• After 1.5 miles, turn left onto Meadow St.
• Continue onto W Stuart Dr.
• Turn right onto E Stuart Dr.
• Turn left onto Fries Rd.
• Continue straight onto VA-94 S.
• Turn right onto Pinecrest Dr.
• Address: 618 Pinecrest Drive, Galax, VA

Cost

• 6+ Hour Trip (2 adults): $320 
• 6+ Hour Trip (1 adult): $260 
• 4+ Hour Trip (2 adults): $260
• 4+ Hour Trip (2 adults): $200
• Children under 14: take 10% off any 2-adult trip

Prices are subject to change; check their website for updates.