Fall Fishing on Lake Norman with Turtlehead Charters LKN

Fall is one of the best times of year to experience Lake Norman fishing in North Carolina. Whether you’re waiting for deer season or dreaming of spring bass, you don’t have to sit out. With Turtlehead Charters LKN, you can enjoy action-packed days on one of the South’s most legendary lakes.

Why Fish Lake Norman?

Located just north of Charlotte near Mooresville, Lake Norman is one of the largest man-made lakes in the world. It’s a tournament-tested bass fishery, home to trophy catfish, and what many don’t know: it’s also one of the top crappie fishing destinations in North Carolina.

The Crappie Bite Is On

While most anglers focus on bass, hybrids, or stripers, the real hidden gem is Lake Norman crappie fishing. As a former saltwater tarpon guide turned freshwater captain, I can tell you the fall crappie bite rivals spring. You can expect cooler-filling days of slab action, with many fish pushing 14” or more.

We target brush piles in 10–20 feet of water using artificials, giving anglers the perfect balance of challenge and fun. There’s nothing like the “thump” of a big crappie.

Learn Tournament-Style Fishing

Most of our crappie are white crappie, which require finesse and the right presentation. That’s where guided trips shine, I’ll coach you through the best techniques so you leave not just with fish, but with skills you can take on your own.

Book Your Fall Trip Now

The weather is cooling, and the bite is heating up. October and November are prime months to catch crappie, bass, stripers, and more.

Book your guided trip with Turtlehead Charters LKN today and experience some of the best guided fishing in North Carolina.

two slab lake norman crappie

eating good tonight on lake norman with a cooler full of crappie

lake norman crappie

all smiles with these lake norman crappie

crappie fishing on lake norman at its finest