Guide To Fishing At Lake Wheeler

AKA: Wheeler Park Lake

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, blue catfish and bluegill at Lake Wheeler in North Carolina.

Located on the southwest outskirts of Raleigh, NC, Lake Wheeler is a 650-acre lake ideal for boating, family fun and fishing. The seven miles of shoreline are wrapped in lush green trees, and are off limits to fishing from the bank. There are two fishing piers, which require a Lake Wheeler fishing permit - available at the park office. No permit is required for anglers fishing from boats. Canoes, kayaks, car-top boats, electric boats and power boats (with the exception os jet skis) are all permitted on the lake. Anglers can expect to catch bass, catfish and sunfish. Rental boats are available at the lake.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Primary fish species residing in Lake Wheeler

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Wheeler Amenities

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

Today's Weather & Forecast

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Lake Wheeler Boat Ramp
Situated just west of the Lake Wheeler Dam, on the north side of the lake, this five-lane, concrete ramp has four docks and ample paved parking.

Click here for a North Carolina Fishing License.