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Red drum

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Red drum

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Striped bass

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Spotted seatrout

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Spotted seatrout

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General info

Jones Bay is a part of an ocean located in Pamlico County, North Carolina, United States. It is most popular for fishing Spotted seatrout, Red drum, and Summer flounder.

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35Β°13β€²5.7β€³N 76Β°31β€²11.3β€³W
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Fishing regulations at Jones Bay, NC

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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 May 7, 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 Jones Bay fishing

Jones Bay is a part of an ocean located in Pamlico County, North Carolina, United States. Its coordinates are:
35Β°13β€²5.7β€³N 76Β°31β€²11.3β€³W
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