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Raleigh, NC Fishing Trip — April

Your Raleigh, NC Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in April

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

3 Guides Near Raleigh

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

Second Sport Charters, LLC - Second Sport Charters, LLC
Second Sport Charters, LLC

Second Sport Charters, LLC

4.4(7)

Experience the thrill of fishing with Second Sport Charters, the top choice for Carolina Beach charters. Book your trip today!

Zebulon, North Carolina
Skunk Off Tackle Company - Skunk Off Tackle Company
Skunk Off Tackle Company

Skunk Off Tackle Company

5(3)Top Rated

Skunkoff Tackle Co specializing in tackle for the targeted to the live bait striper fishermen.

Striped Bass
Durham, North Carolina
Buffalo Creek Guide Service - Buffalo Creek Guide Service
Buffalo Creek Guide Service

Buffalo Creek Guide Service

3.7(3)
inshore
Selma, 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

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
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

White Bass

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

Bluegill

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

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

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.

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.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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