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Neuse River Fishing Report (New Bern)
Neuse River Fishing Report (New Bern)
July 28, 2025
The Neuse River continues to offer excellent opportunities for bass fishing this summer. Anglers have been reporting consistent catches both in the morning and late afternoon hours. The river's diverse habitats, including submerged structures and cypress trees, are attracting a healthy population of largemouth bass. Water Conditions: • Temperature: 86°F - 90°F • Clarity: Stained due to recent rainfall • Current: Mild, which is ideal for targeting bass in eddies and backwaters Fishing Techniques: • Lures: Anglers have seen success with both artificial lures and live bait. Search for fish using: • Topwater baits during early morning and late evening hours • Spinnerbaits and Chatterbaits around cypress trees • Texas-rigged worms and jigs in heavier cover • Live Bait: Shad and minnows have proven effective when fished near drop-offs and submerged structures. Best Locations: • Back of Taylor Creek • The Creek Mouth by Kettle Landing • The Mouth of Greens Creek Anglers have reported catching bass averaging 2 to 2.5 pounds, with some larger bass exceeding 4 pounds. Tips: • Consider fishing during overcast days for the best chances, as bass tend to be more aggressive in low light conditions. • Don’t hesitate to change up your lure colors and sizes to match the prevailing baitfish. Conclusion: The Neuse River is currently a promising destination for bass fishing enthusiasts. With the right techniques and a bit of patience, anglers can anticipate a productive day on the water. Always check local regulations and practice catch and release to help sustain the river's fish populations. Happy fishing!
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What anglers said about fishing in Pamlico Sound

Pick one or two types of fish you want to go after and save the rest for another trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Pick one or two types of fish you want to go after and save the rest for another trip.
JW Charters
JW Charters
Awesome fish, big fish for being late in the season. Great experience for the kids too!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Awesome fish, big fish for being late in the season. Great experience for the kids too!
Outer Banks Outdoors-Salt Grit – 37' Topaz
Outer Banks Outdoors-Salt Grit – 37' Topaz
Head out in the morning before the heat sets in. 6am is early but worth it as the fish start disappearing later in the morning.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Head out in the morning before the heat sets in. 6am is early but worth it as the fish start disappearing later in the morning.
GALE ANNE
GALE ANNE
Talk to the captain before your trip and know what to expect and what to bring with you.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Talk to the captain before your trip and know what to expect and what to bring with you.
Reef Girl Sportfishing
Reef Girl Sportfishing
Get the Charter. I’ve been coming to the beach for years and fishing on the surf and had some okay luck but the Charter, these guys just know where to go and how to fish them.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get the Charter. I’ve been coming to the beach for years and fishing on the surf and had some okay luck but the Charter, these guys just know where to go and how to fish them.
JW Charters
JW Charters
Offshore fishing can be hit or miss. We had a great time catching shrimp and crabs.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Offshore fishing can be hit or miss. We had a great time catching shrimp and crabs.
Silver Charters- Crab, Shrimp, Fish
Silver Charters- Crab, Shrimp, Fish
It was extremely hot, which we didn’t think about when booking. Heard Oct and Nov are the months to fish here
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was extremely hot, which we didn’t think about when booking. Heard Oct and Nov are the months to fish here
Triple T Charters
Triple T Charters
The Neuse River and Trent River region is vast so there are many different locations to choose from. It’s helpful if guide is familiar with the best fishing spots at the moment, and ever fish movements throughout the day!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The Neuse River and Trent River region is vast so there are many different locations to choose from. It’s helpful if guide is familiar with the best fishing spots at the moment, and ever fish movements throughout the day!
RiverBass Guide Service – New Bern
RiverBass Guide Service – New Bern
Make sure you take motion sickness medicine, even if you think you won’t need it
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you take motion sickness medicine, even if you think you won’t need it
Reef Girl Sportfishing
Reef Girl Sportfishing
Get a comfortable boat, plenty of sunscreen, snacks and drinks, and enjoy yourself!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get a comfortable boat, plenty of sunscreen, snacks and drinks, and enjoy yourself!
Gal-O-Mine
Gal-O-Mine
Due to the weather the sound wasn't as clear as normal and with the water temperature high the fish were a bit lazy to bite, but not horrible. Still an amazing day on the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Due to the weather the sound wasn't as clear as normal and with the water temperature high the fish were a bit lazy to bite, but not horrible. Still an amazing day on the water.
South Bound OBX Outfitters
South Bound OBX Outfitters
A good crew is essential. They helped us from start to finish. Setting up the lines and reeling them in.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
A good crew is essential. They helped us from start to finish. Setting up the lines and reeling them in.
Under Pressure Charters
Under Pressure Charters
Not certain - expectations vary depending on individuals experience and knowledge of past Fish’n with the Captain. It’s great to catch fish and I go for my grandsons to enjoy and to date they enjoyed each trip. Maybe we they are older we can go to deeper water for different fish if that’s an option. Lastly to all be respectful to the Captain and 1st mate as our boat both are professional and share history of their days on the water and area.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Not certain - expectations vary depending on individuals experience and knowledge of past Fish’n with the Captain. It’s great to catch fish and I go for my grandsons to enjoy and to date they enjoyed each trip. Maybe we they are older we can go to deeper water for different fish if that’s an option. Lastly to all be respectful to the Captain and 1st mate as our boat both are professional and share history of their days on the water and area.
Coastal Carolina Charters
Coastal Carolina Charters
Bring plenty of water, snacks, and sunscreen. Do the captain and first mate a favor leave the beer and mixed drinks for after the trip at home.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring plenty of water, snacks, and sunscreen. Do the captain and first mate a favor leave the beer and mixed drinks for after the trip at home.
Stormy Petrel Charters
Stormy Petrel Charters
Yes, realistically may get sea-sick if not used to 11 hrs. deep sea. Still worth it!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes, realistically may get sea-sick if not used to 11 hrs. deep sea. Still worth it!!
Under Pressure Charters
Under Pressure Charters
Definitely bring sunscreen and sunglasses and water. It was bright and hot!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely bring sunscreen and sunglasses and water. It was bright and hot!
Salty Charters Dare County
Salty Charters Dare County
Definitely go in the fall, the fishing and temperature will be a lot better.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Definitely go in the fall, the fishing and temperature will be a lot better.
Hayden Express Charters
Hayden Express Charters
Trust a true fisherman like Jared and his son Spencer. They know how to catch fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust a true fisherman like Jared and his son Spencer. They know how to catch fish
Tombstone Charters
Tombstone Charters
Great time of year. The water is warm and you never know what you might catch
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great time of year. The water is warm and you never know what you might catch
Reel Time Charters
Reel Time Charters
If you have kids and they like fishing and like to try fishing, smaller boats are the way to go.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you have kids and they like fishing and like to try fishing, smaller boats are the way to go.
Sounds Good Charters
Sounds Good Charters