Fishing Blewett Falls Lake

AKA: Blewett Falls Reservoir

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Blewett Falls Lake, NC

Popular Fish Species Blewett Falls Lake, NC

Blewett Falls Lake Popular Fish - Blue Catfish

Blue Catfish Fishing

Blue catfish have been running in the big to monster size in Blewett Falls Lake for many years now. Most of the local guides offer catfish trips, and big blues are the favorite target. The state record is over 125 pounds. Fishing for blue catfish is most often productive during spring through summer around any kind of structure. Blue catfish are primarily found in large rivers, along the main channels, in and around tributaries flowing into impoundments of major river systems. They tend to move upstream in the summer in search of cooler temperatures, and downstream in the winter in order to find warmer water.The river end of the lake is often the area where the bigger catfish are caught. Road beds, creek channels and rocky points are all good places to begin. Use a slip sinker or Carolina rig with cut bait or other popular catfish baits. Channel catfish are also available here for anglers to pursue.

Blewett Falls Lake Popular Fish - Flathead Catfish

Flathead Catfish Fishing

This year good populations of flathead catfish can be found in Blewett Falls Lake. The state record flathead catfish is over 75 pounds. Fishing for flathead catfish is most often productive in the river end of the lake around any kind of structure. Road beds, creek channels and rocky points are all good places to begin. Use a slip sinker or Carolina rig with popular catfish baits. Other catfish in the lake include channel and blue catfish.

Blewett Falls Lake Popular Fish - Black Crappie

Black Crappie Fishing

Blewett Falls Lake holds a very nice population of black crappie, which are fat and healthy this year. Crappie fishing is easy and requires simple, basic gear. Any fishing pole, reasonably small line and crappie jigs or small hooks baited with live bait, creates the ideal setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to maintain. The best time to catch crappie tends to be at dawn and dusk. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here. Because crappie always like cover and structure, so locate brush and vegetation. Using a fish finder can help locate schools of crappie, which tend to stack vertically around cover. In spring and fall focus on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out deep, as well as find ledges near channels in deeper water.

Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, walleye, white bass and striped bass at Blewett Falls Lake in North Carolina.

Blewett Falls Lake Fishing Video

What amounts to a wide spot in the Pee Dee River, Blewett Falls Lake is ideal for a peaceful day of fishing. This 2,560-acre lake in the south-central part of the state, does not get the boat traffic like other local lakes. Bass, catfish and crappie are of primary interest here. However the reservoir also has populations of white bass, stripers and walleye. Shoreline fishing opportunities are plentiful with easy access. There are two boat ramps for launching and close-by parking.

Blewett Falls Lake, located along the Pee Dee River in Anson County, North Carolina, is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. This 2,800-acre reservoir offers excellent fishing opportunities for a variety of species, making it a favorite among anglers of all skill levels.

One of the main draws of Blewett Falls Lake is its outstanding bass fishing. Largemouth bass are plentiful in the lake, and anglers can target them using a variety of techniques such as flipping jigs, crankbaits, or soft plastic worms. The lake's structure, including submerged trees, rock ledges, and weed beds, provides ideal habitat for bass to thrive.

Crappie fishing is also popular at Blewett Falls Lake. Anglers can find both black crappie and white crappie in the lake's waters, particularly around submerged structures and brush piles. Jigs, live minnows, and small crankbaits are effective baits for targeting crappie. The spring and fall seasons are especially productive for crappie fishing.

Blewett Falls Lake is also home to other species, including catfish, striped bass, and bream. Catfish, such as channel catfish and blue catfish, can be targeted using various baits such as cut bait, stinkbaits, or live worms. Striped bass, known for their strong fights, can be caught by trolling or casting with artificial lures. Bream, including bluegill and redear sunfish, provide enjoyable fishing opportunities for anglers, especially those fishing with light tackle and live bait.

Blewett Falls Lake in North Carolina is a prime fishing destination with its abundant bass, crappie, catfish, and other species. Whether you're a bass angler, crappie enthusiast, or catfish lover, Blewett Falls Lake offers a memorable fishing adventure.

Primary fish species residing in Blewett Falls Lake

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Blewett Falls Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NO
RV Hookups: NO
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NO
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NO

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Boating is a popular activity on Blewett Falls Lake, and anglers can take advantage of the boat ramps and marina facilities available for easy access to different areas of the lake. Whether you prefer a motorized boat, kayak, or canoe, the lake offers ample space for boating and exploring its various coves and channels.

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Boating Access - Grassy Island
This is a one-lane concrete ramp with a dock and limited parking. It is located in the northeast corner of the lake off Grassy Island Road.

Pee Dee Access Area
Locate in the southwest corner of the lake, this is a three-lane, concrete boat launch ramp with ample paved parking for sixty or more vehicles.