Haywood County · stream · order 4 river · ~3 cfs typical
James Branch
James Branch is a stream in Haywood 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
80°
58°
5 mph
2%
Sat
Overcast
84°
65°
11 mph
47%
Sun
Drizzle
80°
64°
7 mph
49%
→ 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
- Wesley Creek0.8 mi
- Morgan Creek0.8 mi
- Turkey Creek1.1 mi
- Cove Creek1.0 mi
- Gibson Branch1.6 mi
- Martin Creek2.2 mi
- Orchard Branch2.8 mi
- Mooney Branch2.9 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.
James Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish James 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 James Branch?+
James Branch is a stream in Haywood County, North Carolina. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.