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For up-to-date information on North Carolina licenses, regulations and other wildlife resources, please visit the agency’s website NCWildlife.org.

Striped Bass Information

Striped Bass Species information and related links

Mountain Trout Information

Mountain Heritage Trout Waters Information and Map

 

Trout Sport Fish Profiles:

  • Brook Trout 
  • Brown Trout 
  • Rainbow Trout 

 

Regulations:

 

  • Mountain Trout Regulations (PDF)
  • Delayed Harvest Trout Waters Regulations (PDF)
  • Trout Signs and Classifications (PDF)
  • The Economic Impact of Mountain Trout Fishing in N.C.

NCWRC Fish Attractor Coordinates and Types

Fish attractor coordinates for downloading to personal GPS devices:

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Fish Attractor Types Commonly Used by NCWRC (PDF)

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The NC Wildlife Resources Commission offers a variety of fishing programs.
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