Cape Fear River: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations
North Carolina, US
Running through 27 countries, Cape Fear River is the largest river in North Carolina. The river starts in Chattam County and enters the Atlantic Ocean at Southport. Cape Fear River Basin is one of four basins wholly within North Carolina. It is a good spot for bass, catfish and drum fishing.
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Fish species to catch in the Cape Fear River, North Carolina, United States (10)
💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Cape Fear River
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The best season for largemouth bass fishing in the Cape Fear River is spring.
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Trolling and casting fishing methods work excellent for striped bass.
Fishing regulation in North Carolina, United States
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