Topics Related to Fishing
October 3, 2025, 10am - 11am
Join our Park Naturalist and learn about the gardening you can do in the fall to prepare for a plentiful spring.
October 4, 2025, 11am - 1pm
Join us at Carvers Creek State Park for a fishing adventure on the Observation Deck!
July 4, 2025, 9am - 10am
Looking for a fun and family-friendly activity to kick off your holiday weekend? Come join us for Free Fishing on Friday, July 4th!
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission allows NC residents to fish public waters without a state fishing license during this one day of the year. State fishing licenses are usually required for anyone who is 16 years and older. We will be offering poles and tackle to borrow from our Boathouse (limited supply), and park staff will be present to provide assistance if needed.
Preregistration is encouraged in order to guarantee equipment; otherwise, fishing poles
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission allows NC residents to fish public waters without a state fishing license during this one day of the year. State fishing licenses are usually required for anyone who is 16 years and older. We will be offering poles and tackle to borrow from our Boathouse (limited supply), and park staff will be present to provide assistance if needed.
Preregistration is encouraged in order to guarantee equipment; otherwise, fishing poles
March 29, 2025, 2pm - 3pm
Join us at Jones Lake State Park to fish on the lake with a ranger.
May 3, 2025, 8:30am - 1pm
Join us at the Beaver Dam Access at Falls Lake for the Annual Youth Fishing Tournament!
September 15, 2024, 9am - 11am
Do you love fishing? Are you new to it or curious about learning how? Come celebrate National Grandparents Day with your family by fishing with Chimney Rock Park Rangers on Lake Lure at Morse Park and learn how to tie knots, cast, and start fishing. Please note that we are limited to loaner 20 poles. Feel free to bring your own tackle and poles as long as it is in good working order.Meet at Morse Park in Lake Lure. The program will take place near the walking trails. Parking available at the Lake Lure Marina and public parking in Lake Lure.
August 24, 2024, 9am - 2pm
There are a lot of flies out there. How do you pick the right one for the fish you're targeting? We’ve got you covered! It's all about 'matching the hatch'—choosing the fly that best resembles what the fish are feeding on. Join our Entomology for Anglers course, this time at South Mountains State Park! We’ll start in the classroom with a presentation on how to identify bugs, gather specimens, and understand the lifecycle of aquatic insects—and, of course, which flies work best to mimic them.
May 26, 2025, 5pm - 7pm
Join us at Carvers Creek State Park for a fishing adventure across the dam at Long Valley Farm Access!