Pea Island Crabbing and Fishing Rodeo

Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges, Pea Island Crabbing and Fishing Rodeo
Event Description: 

The Crabbing and Fishing Rodeo is the only opportunity all year to crab and fish at Pea Island's North Pond!

Parking is available along North Pond (follow staff directions) and in the Visitor Center parking lot.

Bring your own equipment! Just no crab pots or commercial equipment. 

Crab and fish from the edge of the pond or bulkhead only. No swimming, wading or boating.

All state crabbing and fishing regulations must be followed. Crabs must have at least a 5-inch carapace (shell). Limit of 50 crabs per person.

When is the Event?: 
Saturday, June 14, 2025 - 9:00 am

Where is the event?

Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge
14500 North Carolina Hwy 12
North Pond
Rodanthe

Coastal North Carolina National Wildlife Refuges

100 Conservation Way
Roanoke Island
(252) 473-1131
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