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Fishing  >  Fishing In North Carolina

Fishing in North Carolina

 

What to Catch

 

Regulatory Update

Effective 9/1/2022 - New size, creel, and season limits for 15 fish species.

 

Related Links

N.C. Stream Conditions

Trout Fishing in North Carolina

Striped Bass Fishing in North Carolina

Black Bass in North Carolina 

N.C. Catfish Management Plan

Rhodes Pond Dam Project Updates

 

External Links

Report Fish Kills - NC Division of Water Resources

Find Locations of Reported Fish Kills - NC Division of Water Resources

Find Fish Consumption Advisories - NC Division of Public Health

Coastal Fishing - NC Division of Marine Fisheries

Mountain Trout Information

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Trout Sport Fish Profiles

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Trout Stocking

Stocking dates are subject to change due to weather, equipment failures or other unforeseen circumstances.

  • Daily Trout Stocking Update
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Additional Information

  • Mountain Trout Regulations (PDF)
  • NC Stream Conditions
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  • The Economic Impact of Mountain Trout Fishing in North Carolina

Striped Bass Information

  • Striped Bass Information
  • REPORT a Tagged Striped Bass
  • Striped Bass FAQ
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  • Striped Bass Species Profile

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