Crappie

Crappie fishing near Princeton, NC, can be quite rewarding, especially in the local millponds and backwaters of the Little River. These areas provide the calm, shallow water that crappie prefer, especially during spawning season in the spring. Minnows and jigs are your best bet, fished under a bobber near submerged structure like fallen trees and brush piles. Early spring and late fall are the prime times to target crappie. Try fishing near the Hwy 96 bridge over the Little River; there's some accessible bank fishing there, and the structure tends to hold crappie. The crappie in this region tend to be of decent size, with some reaching over a pound. A helpful tip is to use a fish finder to locate submerged structure, which is where the crappie will likely be holding. Remember to check the local regulations for creel limits.