Flounder

If you're looking for flounder near Turkey, North Carolina, you'll want to focus your efforts on the nearby coastal waters and estuaries. While Turkey itself is inland, it's a short drive to excellent flounder habitat. The Cape Fear River estuary and the Intracoastal Waterway are prime locations. Flounder fishing here really picks up in the fall as fish migrate out of the rivers and bays. Focus on areas with structure like docks, oyster beds, and creek mouths. Live bait like mullet or mud minnows are highly effective, fished on a Carolina rig. A local tip: many anglers launch small boats or kayaks from the public ramp at Snow's Cut for access to productive flounder grounds. Be aware of strong currents in the Cape Fear River and always check tide charts before heading out. The flounder in this area are known for their size, with some real doormats caught every year.