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McDowell Branch

North Carolina, United States

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McDowell Branch fishing reports

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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General info

McDowell Branch is a stream located in North Carolina, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass and Bluegill.

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Location

35Β°07β€²44.9β€³N 83Β°23β€²14.2β€³W
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Fishing regulations at McDowell Branch, 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 April 9, 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 McDowell Branch fishing

the McDowell Branch is a stream located in North Carolina, United States. Its coordinates are:
35Β°07β€²44.9β€³N 83Β°23β€²14.2β€³W
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The most common species in the McDowell Branch are:
  • Largemouth bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
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