What free fishing areas are in Wilmington, NC?

The city is brimming with local bait and tackle stores, charter businesses, boat launches and area piers, and everything an angler needs to reel in a great catch or two. read more

As others have said, you need a license for both inland and coastal saltwater fishing, except in private ponds. A 10-day Coastal Recreational Fishing License is $5 for NC residents, $10 for non-residents. read more

If you're really serious about fishing, the Wilmington, NC area hosts some of the state's premier fishing tournaments. Recreational anglers will enjoy easy access to the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean as well as Sutton Lake where bass fishing is popular. read more