McDowell County · stream · order 4 river · ~2 cfs typical
Paxton Creek
Paxton Creek is a stream in McDowell 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°
62°
5 mph
0%
Sat
Rain
86°
66°
16 mph
68%
Sun
Showers
74°
68°
3 mph
79%
→ 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
- Jake Creek0.3 mi
- Stillhouse Branch0.8 mi
- Mackey Creek0.8 mi
- Beatty Branch0.9 mi
- Clear Creek0.9 mi
- Cane Creek1.1 mi
- Glades Creek1.5 mi
- Crooked Creek2.3 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.
Paxton Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Paxton 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 Paxton Creek?+
Paxton Creek is a stream in McDowell County, North Carolina. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.