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Cedar Springs Sportsmans Lodge

Stay at Cedar Springs Sportsmans Lodge in Rural Retreat, VA. Enjoy a 4.6 rating from 84 reviews at this cozy lodge ideal for fishing lake enthusiasts.

5185 Cedar Springs Rd, Rural Retreat, VA 24368, United States View on map
9.2/10
Exceptional Based on 86 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Cedar Springs Sportsmans Lodge

Recent guests highlight exceptional fishing experiences, welcoming staff, and a comfortable lodge setting. The property draws both seasoned anglers and families seeking quality trout fishing surrounded by scenic nature.

Guests often praise

  • Consistently stocked healthy, trophy-sized trout, often 2 pounds and above, with some catches exceeding 9 pounds.
  • Friendly and helpful staff, especially owner Rick, noted for attentive service despite a busy schedule.
  • Scenic fishing spots with streams running through woods, fields, and pastures—ideal for trout fishing variety.
  • Cozy lodge accommodations suitable for groups, featuring shared common areas and individual rooms.
  • Polite and welcoming atmosphere among guests, contributing to a positive overall experience.

Worth knowing

  • The lodge operates as a family-owned, long-established business with a focus on quality trout fishing.
  • Streams vary in length and setting—big creek is about 2 miles along pasture, while the smaller creek is more wooded and shorter.
  • Some guests note that recreational fishers occasionally leave behind trash, suggesting a need for greater visitor responsibility.
  • Fly fishing and bait fishing are both common; the lodge caters primarily to bait fishermen but accommodates various fishing styles.
  • Owners actively stock fish daily to maintain high trout populations and sizes in the creeks.

Best for

  • Anglers seeking trophy trout fishing opportunities on well-stocked creeks.
  • Families and groups looking for a rustic yet comfortable lodge experience in a peaceful, outdoor setting.
  • Visitors who appreciate scenic nature alongside quality fishing, including both beginners and experienced fishermen.
  • Those interested in a welcoming community atmosphere with friendly locals and fellow fishing enthusiasts.
  • People wanting a convenient getaway to fish streams with varied environments from forested areas to open pastures.
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About this property

Welcome to Cedar Springs Sportsmans Lodge

Cedar Springs Sportsmans Lodge is a rustic retreat nestled in Rural Retreat, Virginia, offering a tranquil setting ideal for fishing enthusiasts. The lodge sits along productive trout streams, including a large creek and a smaller, wooded creek, both known for their healthy populations of stocked trout ranging mostly between 2 to 6 pounds, with occasional trophy-sized catches reported by visitors.

The property features cozy common areas alongside individual rooms suitable for groups, providing a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the opportunity to fish right from the banks where the trout are regularly stocked. The lodge operates as a family-owned business and has built a reputation for maintaining well-managed fishing waters.

Ideal for anglers seeking a peaceful fishing experience, the lodge is suitable for families, friends, and solo visitors interested in trout fishing in a natural setting. Many reviews highlight positive encounters with other guests and the scenic surroundings, which add to the overall experience beyond just fishing.

Located at 5185 Cedar Springs Rd in Rural Retreat, the lodge offers a quiet getaway with ready access to quality fishing streams. Contact is available by phone at +1 276-617-1705 for further inquiries or reservations.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

AB
Appalachian Baits Mar 24, 2026
10

I have fished here quite a few times since 2016. The owners put in healthy trout and except for the wild rainbows in the creeks, all fish are over two pounds. My personal best of 9.8 pounds can from the big creek. I have also had six fish stringers that had three or more over five pounds. This is a great place to trout fish.

LM
larry Moyer Mar 19, 2026
10

Some friends and I fished both streams last week. We were very happy with the trout that they stocked and the size of them. Have fished here many times and will continue to do so. I caught 5 over 4pds in two days and two were over 6pds. Rick and staff are very nice and helpful with any questions you have

MP
Mike Proper Mar 17, 2026
10

Great place to go was me and my nephews first time there today we caught our fish seen a lot fish in stream before they stocked and caught some great fish we will be coming back again thanks for a great day of fishing and the other fisherman we seen there was polite and great to talk to

TW
Travis Webber Feb 26, 2026
10

Great place!!! If you love to fish, or you like to post hookie from work lol, then definitely check this place out. Today was my first time going, but I will definitely be back. They stock right where you are standing!!!!!!

DP
David Phillips Feb 06, 2026
10

Always really enjoy this place not just for the fishing even though it's great but the scenery is great everyone I've ever met on the river has been great people to talk to me and my family hope to continue coming here for years to come

JW
Jennifer Whitworth Feb 04, 2026
8.0

Awesome place to catch fish. I wish some of the recreational fishers would take more pride and clean up after themselves. The lodge was awesome, cozy, and is great for a large group. Common area is shared, with individual rooms. Great place to catch big fish! I will definitely be back.

JW
James Whiteside Feb 01, 2026
10

Top notch facility for any trout fisherman. You will mostly find bait fisherman, but there is also plenty of fly fishing guys that fish here. The big creek is around 2 miles long through cattle fields/pasture and the small creek is less than a mile, but its located more in the woods and along an open field. Both streams have a lot to offer. This is a family owned business that has been in operation for many years. They know how to grow big trout and are one of the best pay streams along the east coast. If your looking to catch 2-6 pound trout with the chance of hooking into a double digit trout, this is the place to visit. Almost every trout will be considered TROPHY size.

DS
Darryll Stovall Dec 31, 2025
10

What you'd expect, fishing on a creek bank... but the fish range from 2 lbs. to idk.. (a 9 year old girl caught an 11 lb. Trout... a few days ago) 4 lb. And 8 lb. Are placed in daily.. not to mention the abundant 2-3 lb trout they fill the creek with.. Great fun.. and Rick the owner is GREAT.. hard to catch at times, as he is a busy man.. but SUPER GUY.. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND GIVING IT A TRY!!!!

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