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Bear Branch
Bear Branch is a stream in Madison County, North Carolina. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from North Carolina's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
85°
61°
7 mph
2%
Sat
Overcast
88°
66°
13 mph
37%
Sun
Showers
81°
67°
8 mph
65%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Little Bottom Branch0.1 mi
- Raccoon Branch0.2 mi
- Reservoir Branch0.3 mi
- Squirrel Branch1.1 mi
- Long Mountain Branch1.3 mi
- Silver Mine Creek1.4 mi
- Spring Creek1.6 mistocked May 15, 2026
- Cascade Branch1.6 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NC regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Bear Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Bear Branch?+
Yes — North Carolina requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Bear Branch?+
Bear Branch is a stream in Madison County, North Carolina. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.