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Fishing in Smithfield, NC

North Carolina, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Smithfield spots deliver

Top fish species in Smithfield

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Black crappie
Black crappie
Blue catfish
Blue catfish

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Largemouth bass

Lake Johnson

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Redbreast sunfish

Neuse River

8 in · 1 lb

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Black bullhead

Bass Lake

12 in · 1 lb

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Black crappie

Seagroves Farm Neighborhood Park / Town of Apex

12 in · 1 lb 3 oz

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Largemouth bass

Zacks Mills Pond

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Bluehead chub

Neuse River

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Largemouth bass

Neuse River

13 in · 1 lb

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Black crappie

Neuse River

12 in · 1 lb

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Redbreast sunfish

Neuse River

8 in · 6 oz

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Chain pickerel

Village Lakes

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About Smithfield fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Smithfield, North Carolina. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 10,468 catches for Largemouth bass, 4,098 catches for Bluegill, and 1,479 catches for Channel catfish.

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Fishing regulations in Smithfield

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.

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FAQ about Smithfield fishing

Anglers in Smithfield, NC recommend these top fishing spots: Neuse River, Buckhorn Lake, Little River, Little Creek, and Swift Creek.
Most commonly caught species around Smithfield, NC:
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