Summary
The area is popular for its abundant species of fish which include largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill. Visitors can engage in outdoor activities such as camping, boating, hiking, and picnicking. Fishing tips include using live bait such as worms and minnows and fishing near structures such as logs or stumps. The best time to visit is during the spring and fall when the temperature ranges between 60-80°F. Visitors can enjoy average temperatures of 70°F during these seasons.
Largemouth Bass
Bluegill
Blue Catfish
Channel Catfish
Flathead Catfish
White Catfish
Black Crappie
Green Sunfish
Redbreast Sunfish
Redear Sunfish
Broadacres Lake
Big Branch
Aberdeen Town Lake
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
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216cfs |
Rockfish Creek At Raeford
|
138cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
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1810cfs |
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
91cfs |
Lumber River Near Maxton
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329cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
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9cfs |
Angling Safety Guidelines
Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
Handle Fish Responsibly
Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
Choose the Right Gear
Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
Respect the Waterway
Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
Keep It Clean
Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash—discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Broadacres Lake Dam
Big Shoe Heel Creek Preserve
Sandhills Game Land
Weymouth Woods