Fishing At Roanoke Rapids Lake
AKA: Roanoke Rapids Reservoir
Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, white perch and striped bass at Roanoke Rapids Lake in North Carolina.

A quiet and relaxing getaway, this is a great lake for kayaking, sailing, canoeing...and of course fishing. Roanoke Rapids Lake, at 4,600 surface acres has room for all types of water-related activities. The lake is situated downstream of Gaston Lake, in the northeast part of the state, at Roanoke Rapids, NC. Known for exceptional striped bass fishing in the fall, and generally good fishing all season long for a variety of species, it is a good choice for those who like to avoid crowds. There are day-use areas at the lake and campgrounds with RV spaces nearby. Come fish Roanoke Rapids Lake for big stripers and catfish, as well as load up the ice chest on crappie and perch. Multiple marinas offer services and supplies for boating, as well as boat rentals.
Primary fish species residing in Roanoke Rapids Lake
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Roanoke Rapids Lake Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: NEARBY
Today's Weather & Forecast
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
R V Resort At Carolina Crossroads - 252 538-9776
Lake Gaston RV & Camping Resort - 252 586-4121
Sherwood Forest Campground - 252 537-2526
Roanoke Rapids Lake NC Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Contact Information
Roanoke Rapids Lake
Day Use Park at Roanoke Rapids Lake
100 Oakwood Avenue
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
252 410-6318
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Roanoke Rapids Lake in North Carolina.
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General Fishing Info
Exceptional striped bass fishing in northeast NC.