Ashe County · stream · order 4 river · ~62 cfs typical
Big Laurel Creek
Stocked 5× on record · NCWRC
Big Laurel Creek is a stream in Ashe County, North Carolina, stocked with Trout — most recently on Jun 15, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from NCWRC; 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
Clear
74°
55°
9 mph
0%
Fri
Overcast
81°
57°
6 mph
1%
Sat
Drizzle
81°
61°
13 mph
41%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Scheduled stockings ahead
Nov 15, 2026 — Trout (unspecified)
Published schedule — agencies adjust for weather and water.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| Jun 15 | Trout (unspecified) | — | ||
| May 15 | Trout (unspecified) | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Trout (unspecified) | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Trout (unspecified) | — | ||
| Apr 15 | Trout (unspecified) | — | ||
Angler reports
What's biting
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Best bite times
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Field notes
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Nearby waters
- Rich Hill Creek0.8 mi
- Little Laurel Creek1.1 mi
- Three Top Creek1.3 mistocked Jun 15, 2026
- Cabbage Creek2.4 mi
- Roaring Fork3.6 mi
- Stagg Creek4.3 mi
- Brush Fork4.7 mi
- Middle Fork Horse Creek6.3 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.
Big Laurel Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Big Laurel Creek?+
Big Laurel Creek is stocked with Trout in Ashe County, North Carolina, most recently on Jun 15, 2026 by NCWRC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Big Laurel Creek get stocked?+
Going by 5 records since 2026, stocking at Big Laurel Creek peaks in April. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Big Laurel Creek?+
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 Big Laurel Creek?+
Big Laurel Creek is a stream in Ashe County, North Carolina. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NCWRC · updated Jun 15, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.