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Orrum, NC Fishing Trip — January

Your Orrum, NC Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 48°F / Low 30°F2.3" rain · 9 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in January

5 species
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
White BassLow
White Bass
Various

January Weather in Orrum

48°F
Avg High
30°F
Avg Low
2.3"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

6 Guides Near Orrum

No guides are based in Orrum, but these guides operate nearby.

Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises - Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises
Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises

Hurricane Fleet Charter Fishing & Dolphin Cruises

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Calabash, North Carolina
Calabash Fishing Fleet - Calabash Fishing Fleet
Calabash Fishing Fleet

Calabash Fishing Fleet

4.2(486)

Loads of info about fishing the Carolina Coast from Calabash, NC to Myrtle Beach, SC, we share stories, tips, and local fishing lore.

Calabash, North Carolina
Lucky Strike Charters - Lucky Strike Charters
Lucky Strike Charters

Lucky Strike Charters

4.6(51)Top Rated

Discover the perfect getaway with a fishing charter in Myrtle Beach SC. Unforgettable adventures await you in the beautiful waters of South Carolina. Book now!

Calabash, North Carolina
Party Time Charters - Party Time Charters
Party Time Charters

Party Time Charters

4.6(42)Top Rated

Party Time Charters provides inshore fishing charters, offshore fishing charters and shark fishing charters in Calabash, North Carolina year round.

Calabash, North Carolina
Tideline Charters - Tideline Charters
Tideline Charters

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4.5(11)Top Rated
Sunset Beach, North Carolina
Summertide Adventure Tours - Darren Bouley
Darren Bouley

Summertide Adventure Tours

4.8Top Rated

Summertide Adventure Tours – Sunset Beach and Ocean Isle Beach Kayak Eco Tours – Kayak Tours in Sunest Beach, Ocean Isle Beach, Shalllotte and Calabash, North Corolina

inshore
Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina
$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.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Flathead Catfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Also Consider Fishing In...

Wilmington19 guides · 69 miCarolina Beach17 guides · 70 miWrightsville Beach14 guides · 71 miOcean Isle Beach8 guides · 51 miSupply5 guides · 57 miSouthport5 guides · 66 mi

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

North Carolina Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.

Buy License Online — North Carolina

Species Regulations

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:20 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers should check for local regulations on specific bodies of water.

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.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.

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