[roostertail24]

Hey guys I'm looking for some tips for fishing Dawson Creek area on the Neuse. It looks like a nice ramp for kayaking as the ramp is close to the creek mouth vs a 2-4 mile paddles for others. Would you advise trying inside the creek for flounder or the shore of the main river? Anyone fish there regularly?

 

[rogerbynum]

I've fished Dawson for some time and have had some success, especially in the fall. I like to fish the bridge, the docks, and the shore line with needle rush growing on it. Look for four feet of water near the shore. I usually troll and cast until I find them and then cast. Top waters, grubs, and mirror lures work well. Do not hesitate to use live bait. The fish in Dawson love little shad.

 

[crappie89]

It is a nice ramp for kayaking and relatively protected. Be mindful of the wind in the summer though as paddling against a strong S-SW wind there sucks. Been there done that. Also when you are driving down a dirt road through a field...dont worry you are on the way to the ramp and not lost.

 

[Fishingbear]

Kayak heaven. Have a friend who has a piece of land near by. We fish it , shrimp it crab it, and love it!! Don't tell anybody else! Lol