Fox Mountain Lake Fishing Guide, Iredell County, North Carolina

• Overview

  Fox Mountain Lake stands in Iredell County, North Carolina. It sits in oak and grass country. Small at around 10 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. 9.9 miles away sits Stony Point, the nearest town. Then Taylorsville, 11 miles, and Moravian Falls, 12 miles. The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Fox Mountain Lake

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Across Iredell County, recorded fish include bluegill, Carolina fantail darter, channel catfish and green sunfish. These are county-wide records, so not all of them will be in this water. On Fox Mountain Lake a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July near 75°F and January near 36°F on the long-run figures. Summer heat is the limit here, not winter cold. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Fox Mountain Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Check locally before you travel, because a wasted drive is a long one. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. For a change of water, Mathis Lake is 3 miles distant. Treat Fox Mountain Lake as unsettled until someone local tells you otherwise.