Fishing at Lake Crabtree in Morrisville, Cary, (Raleigh-Durham area RDU), NC

Lake Crabtree was formed in 1988 as part of the Crabtree Creek Watershed Flood Control Project, and Lake Crabtree County Park was established in order to maximize the recreational benefits of the impoundment.

Located 276 feet above sea level and with an average of 3-10 feet of depth, Lake Crabtree is a 522 acre lake with several drop off ledges of an average of 18 feet, which can produce excellent results for fishing.

Average Depth: 6 feet

Maximum Depth: 18 feet

Total Acres: 522

Fishing:

All year round good fishing, several locations to fish from, boat rental, piers, and stocked fish make this a great fishing location for catch and release.

Access:

Very easy access, trails and free parking.

Species of Fish Found: Largemouth Bass, Redear Sunfish, Bluegill, Redbreast Sunfish,, Pumpkinseed, Green Sunfish, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Blue Catfish, Yellow Bullhead, White Catfish, Channel Catfish and Brown Bullhead

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Murky water, catch and release only due to pollution and no swimming allowed.
Overall, a beautiful location to visit, lots to do, very clean area, and not crowded at all during our visit. Should be different during the weekends.

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Lake Crabtree Fishing – Morrisville / Cary – NC

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