Fishing near Cary, North Carolina
Wake County, population 174,721.
- under a mileto nearest lake
- 10ramps nearby
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Water within a drive of Cary
With 174,721 residents in 2020, Cary sits in Wake County. The closest listed lake is Bond Lake, about under a mile to the southwest. Fred G Bond Metro Park sits under a mile out, the closest ramp page.
Closest lakes to Cary
- Bond Lakeunder a mile southwest, 80 acres
- Apex Community Lake2 miles south
- Lake Crabree County Park4 miles north
- Lake Johnson6 miles east, 147.5 acres
- Lake Raleigh8 miles east, 88.1 acres
- Veterans Park Pond8 miles south
Fish NCWRC ties to lakes by Cary
| Species | Nearby lakes |
|---|---|
| Channel catfish | 2 |
| Largemouth bass | 1 |
Spots around Cary, mapped
- Fred G Bond Metro ParkBond Park Pond, under a mile
- Apex Community ParkPine Lake, 2 miles
- Lake Crabtree County ParkLake Crabree County Park, 4 miles
- Lake Johnson ParkLake Johnson, 6 miles
- Lake RaleighLake Raleigh, 8 miles
- Lake Wheeler ParkSimpkins Pond / Lake Wheeler, 9 miles
- Crosswinds Campgrounds Boat RampB. Everett Jordan Lake, 11 miles
- Cross Winds Marina Boat RampB. Everett Jordan Lake, 11 miles
- Farrington Point Hand Carried Boat RampB. Everett Jordan Lake, 11 miles
- Farrington PointLake Jordan, 11 miles
Straight line distances from the Census point for Cary.
River readings near Cary right now
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek At Buck Jones Road At Raleigh, Nc | 1 cfs, 1.02 ft gage height | Oct 11 2:30 am |
| Swift Creek Near Apex, Nc | 0 cfs, 1.46 ft gage height | Oct 10 8:35 am |
| White Oak Cr At Mouth Near Green Level, Nc | 16 cfs, 3.09 ft gage height | Oct 12 5:45 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 12, 2026 6:32 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Stock up near Cary
Pick up bait near Cary
- Apex lake boat launchmarina, Wake, 2 miles
- Boat Launchmarina, Wake, 2 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Apexsporting goods store, Apex, 2 miles
- Apex Outfitterssporting goods store, Wake, 4 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Carysporting goods store, Cary, 4 miles
- DICK'S Sporting Goods Apexsporting goods store, Apex, 5 miles
- DICK'S Sporting Goods Carysporting goods store, Cary, 5 miles
- Winter Custom Outfitterssporting goods store, Apex, 8 miles
Hatchery fish around Cary
| Lake | Distance | 2026 stocking |
|---|---|---|
| Bond Lake | under a mile | 4,000 8-12 in channel catfish |
| Apex Community Lake | 2 miles | 4,000 8-12 in channel catfish |
| Lake Wheeler | 8 miles | 3,200 8-12 in channel catfish |
| Bass Lake | 10 miles | 4,500 8-12 in channel catfish |
| Shelley Lake | 10 miles | 3,000 8-12 in channel catfish |
| Jordan Lake | 12 miles | 120,000 1-2 in bodie bass |
NCWRC 2026 stocking lists.
Harvest rules near Cary
| Species | Daily creel | Size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth and smallmouth bass | 5 a day | 14 in minimum | No closed season |
| Crappie | no creel limit | no size limit | No closed season |
| Sunfish | no creel limit | no size limit | No closed season |
| Striped and Bodie bass | 4 a day | 20 in minimum | No closed season |
| White bass | 10 a day | no size limit | No closed season |
| Walleye | 8 a day | no size limit | No closed season |
| Rock and Roanoke bass | no creel limit | no size limit | No closed season |
| Blue, channel and flathead catfish | no creel limit | no size limit | No closed season |
| Trout (undesignated waters) | 7 a day | no size limit | No closed season |
NCWRC 2026-27 inland regulations; rows chosen by the town position against I-95 and I-77.
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Where to sleep near Cary
- Morrisville4 miles
- Apex5 miles
- Holly Springs9 miles
- Raleigh11 miles
Cary, county by county
- Wake Countyseat: Raleigh
Species to expect near Cary
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Answers for Cary anglers
Which lake page sits nearest Cary?
Bond Lake, under a mile southwest.
Which ramp is closest to Cary?
Fred G Bond Metro Park, roughly under a mile away.
Which piers stand near Cary?
The closest pier sits past 30 miles.
Which shop supplies anglers in Cary?
Apex lake boat launch is the closest listing.
Do charter captains sail from Cary?
Our guide list has nobody in Cary.
Which county is home to Cary?
Wake County, North Carolina.
Where can I trout fish near Cary?
No classed trout stream nearby.
Which river page sits closest to Cary?
Not within 30 miles.
Can tourists fish near Cary without a license?
A 10-day inland license is $29; the coastal one is $15.
Choose water near Cary
Each spot page carries its limits and access notes.