Madison County · stream · order 5 river · ~14 cfs typical
Shut-In Creek
1 stocking on record · NCWRC
Shut-In Creek is a stream in Madison County, North Carolina, stocked with Trout — most recently on May 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
Overcast
81°
63°
7 mph
1%
Fri
Overcast
88°
65°
9 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
89°
69°
18 mph
32%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 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
- Murray Branch0.2 mi
- Jack Branch0.6 mi
- Davis Branch0.8 mi
- Clover Branch1.2 mi
- Grass Creek1.3 mi
- Dry Branch1.5 mi
- Blood River1.4 mi
- Flint Level Branch1.7 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.
Shut-In Creek fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Shut-In Creek?+
Shut-In Creek is stocked with Trout in Madison County, North Carolina, most recently on May 15, 2026 by NCWRC. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
Do I need a license to fish Shut-In 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 Shut-In Creek?+
Shut-In Creek is a stream in Madison County, North Carolina. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: NCWRC · updated May 15, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.