Pilot Mountain, NC Fishing Trip — December
Your Pilot Mountain, NC Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 49°F / Low 30°F2.4" rain · 6 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
December Weather in Pilot Mountain
49°F
Avg High
30°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
19 Guides Near Pilot Mountain
No guides are based in Pilot Mountain, but these guides operate 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.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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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
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
There are no statewide size or creel limits for blue catfish in North Carolina. Anglers should check for local regulations on specific bodies of water.
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.