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Fishing in Durham, NC

North Carolina, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Durham spots deliver

Top fish species in Durham

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Channel catfish

Jordan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Eno River

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Redbreast sunfish

Eno River

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Largemouth bass

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White bullhead

Stirrup Iron Creek

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Yellow perch

Upper Barton Creek

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Green sunfish

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White perch

Upper Barton Creek

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Largemouth bass

Swan's Mill

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White perch

Crabtree Creek

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About Durham fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Durham, North Carolina. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 17,076 catches for Largemouth bass, 4,137 catches for Bluegill, and 3,390 catches for Channel catfish.

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7-day weather forecast in Durham

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67 °F43 °F

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Fishing regulations in Durham

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 April 16, 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 Durham fishing

Anglers in Durham, NC recommend these top fishing spots: Falls Lake, Crabtree Creek, Lake Crabtree, Lake Lynn, and New Hope Creek.
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