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Tar River Reservoir

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North Carolina, United States

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Channel catfish

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Longnose gar

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Channel catfish

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Tar River Reservoir is a lake located in Nash County, North Carolina, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and White crappie.

Location

35°52′27.3″N 77°53′15.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Tar River Reservoir, NC

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 Tar River Reservoir fishing

Tar River Reservoir is a lake located in Nash County, North Carolina, United States. Its coordinates are:
35°52′27.3″N 77°53′15.6″W
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