Charlotte, NC Fishing Trip — January
Your Charlotte, NC Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 46°F / Low 29°F1.7" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
24 species
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairCatfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairWhite Crappie
Various
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
FairWhite Perch
Various
FairFreshwater Drum
Various
FairBlack Crappie
Various
FairTilapia
Various
LowRedear Sunfish
Various
LowBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
LowShortnose Gar
Various
LowYellow Bass
Various
LowBowfin
Various
LowRedbreast Sunfish
Various
LowRock Bass
Various
LowRedfin Pickerel
Various
LowGreen Sunfish
Various
LowGuadalupe Bass
Various
LowLongnose Gar
Various
LowChain Pickerel
Various
LowWhite Bass
Various
January Weather in Charlotte
46°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
1 in Charlotte + 3 Nearby
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
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North Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Bag Limit:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Size Limit:Varies by location; check specific regulations for the area you intend to fish.
Striped bass regulations are complex and vary significantly by river system and coastal area. Consult the NC Wildlife Resources Commission or NC Division of Marine Fisheries regulations before fishing.
Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Some waters may have specific regulations; check local regulations before fishing.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No regulations for carp in North Carolina.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
There are some exceptions to the statewide regulations on certain waters. Check posted signage or the NC Wildlife Resources Commission website for specific regulations.