Cherokee County · stream · order 4 river · ~48 cfs typical · seasonal
South Shoal Creek
South Shoal Creek is a stream in Cherokee 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
87°
60°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Showers
80°
68°
11 mph
63%
Sun
Showers
77°
68°
7 mph
70%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
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
- Apalachia Lake1.3 mi
- North Shoal Creek1.8 mi
- Hiwassee Lake2.8 mi
- Camp Creek3.0 mi
- Beaverdam Creek3.6 mi
- Bearpen Creek4.1 mi
- Chambers Creek4.0 mi
- Shuler Creek4.5 mistocked May 15, 2026
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.
South Shoal Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish South Shoal 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 South Shoal Creek?+
South Shoal Creek is a stream in Cherokee County, North Carolina. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.