🐟 What fish can you catch in Fairfield?

Most commonly caught species around Fairfield , NC : Red drum - 297 reported catches Largemouth bass - 291 reported catches Spotted seatrout - 210 reported catches Summer flounder - 89 reported catches Striped bass - 66 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Fairfield fishing reports?

The latest Fairfield , NC fishing reports are: @d.reichert reported a nice Red drum . @Austin.r4467 reported a nice Bluefish at Pamlico River . @Austin.r4467 reported a nice Spotted seatrout at Pamlico River . @Austin.r4467 reported a nice Spotted seatrout at Pamlico River . @Austin.r4467 reported a nice Bluefish at Pamlico River . .

Fishing in Fairfield, NC

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

Anglers in Fairfield , NC recommend these top fishing spots: Pamlico Sound , Pungo River , Lake Mattamuskeet , Judith Marsh .

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

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North Carolina, United States

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Top fish species in Fairfield

Latest Fairfield fishing reports

Red drum

length · weight

Bluefish

Pamlico River

19 in · 3 lb

Spotted seatrout

Pamlico River

15 in · 1 lb 5 oz

Spotted seatrout

Pamlico River

12 in · 1 lb

Bluefish

Pamlico River

15 in · 2 lb

Bluefish

Pamlico River

20 in · 3 lb

Spotted seatrout

Pamlico River

15 in · 1 lb

Spotted seatrout

Pamlico River

16 in · 2 lb

Spotted seatrout

Pamlico River

13 in · 1 lb

Spotted seatrout

Pamlico River

25 in · 6 lb

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Fishing regulations in Fairfield

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 Red drum as of April 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Red drum

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

18"

Max size

27"

Measurement

Total Length

Eligible for NC Saltwater Fishing Tournament managed by Division of Marine Fisheries.

Harvest in federal waters prohibited. Unlawful to gig, spear, or gaff. Unlawful to posess redfish greater than 27 inches total length.

Very Good

Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass

Regulations for

35°32′49.6″N 76°13′34″W

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FAQ about Fairfield fishing

Anglers in Fairfield, NC recommend these top fishing spots: Pamlico Sound, Pungo River, Lake Mattamuskeet, and Judith Marsh.

Most commonly caught species around Fairfield, NC:

Red drum - 297 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 291 reported catches
Spotted seatrout - 210 reported catches
Summer flounder - 89 reported catches
Striped bass - 66 reported catches

The latest Fairfield, NC fishing reports are:

@d.reichert reported a nice Red drum.
@Austin.r4467 reported a nice Bluefish at Pamlico River.
@Austin.r4467 reported a nice Spotted seatrout at Pamlico River.
@Austin.r4467 reported a nice Spotted seatrout at Pamlico River.
@Austin.r4467 reported a nice Bluefish at Pamlico River.

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