🐟 What fish can you catch in Apex?

Most commonly caught species around Apex , NC : Largemouth bass - 19,090 reported catches Bluegill - 4,964 reported catches Channel catfish - 3,739 reported catches Black crappie - 2,694 reported catches White crappie - 865 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Apex fishing reports?

The latest Apex , NC fishing reports are: @Meandmybuddy reported a nice Channel catfish at Welsly Pond . @liangjishan reported a nice Channel catfish at Haw River . @JustCastin reported a nice Largemouth bass at Holdings Pond . @Meandmybuddy reported a nice Bluegill at Welsly Pond . @Meandmybuddy reported a nice Channel catfish at Welsly Pond . .

Fishing in Apex, NC

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Apex, North Carolina?

Anglers in Apex , NC recommend these top fishing spots: Jordan Lake , Crabtree Creek , Cape Fear River , Shearon Harris Reservoir , Lake Crabtree .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Apex?

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Top fish species in Apex

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Channel catfish

Welsly Pond

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Channel catfish

Haw River

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Largemouth bass

Holdings Pond

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Bluegill

Welsly Pond

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Channel catfish

Welsly Pond

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Yellow perch

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Largemouth bass

Castlebury Lake

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Largemouth bass

Mount Vernon Crossing

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Bluegill

Lake Wheeler

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Largemouth bass

Falls Lake

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Fishing regulations in Apex

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in North Carolina can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of July 14, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Apex fishing

Anglers in Apex, NC recommend these top fishing spots: Jordan Lake, Crabtree Creek, Cape Fear River, Shearon Harris Reservoir, and Lake Crabtree.

Most commonly caught species around Apex, NC:

Largemouth bass - 19,090 reported catches
Bluegill - 4,964 reported catches
Channel catfish - 3,739 reported catches
Black crappie - 2,694 reported catches
White crappie - 865 reported catches

The latest Apex, NC fishing reports are:

@Meandmybuddy reported a nice Channel catfish at Welsly Pond.
@liangjishan reported a nice Channel catfish at Haw River.
@JustCastin reported a nice Largemouth bass at Holdings Pond.
@Meandmybuddy reported a nice Bluegill at Welsly Pond.
@Meandmybuddy reported a nice Channel catfish at Welsly Pond.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Apex, NC. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: