Record #:

6675

Author(s):

Louder, Darrell E.

Abstract:

Lake Waccamaw, covering 8,938 acres, is the largest natural lake between Maine and Florida. Located in Columbus County, the lake is a fisherman's paradise. Louder discusses the lake's history, access, and fish population, which includes largemouth bass, white perch, bluegill, black crappie, chain pickerel, and catfish.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 22 Issue 7, July 1958, p4-7, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lake Waccamaw--Recreational use; Fishing--Columbus County

Record #:

8204

Author(s):

Louder, Darrell E.

Abstract:

Lake Waccamaw in Columbus County, one of the state's largest natural lakes, is also one of the largest between Maine and Florida. The lake supports thirty-three different species of freshwater fish. Louder describes some of the game fish that attract fall fishermen, including the largemouth bass, bluegill, white perch, black crappie, chain pickerel, and carp.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 31 Issue 10, Oct 1967, p18-19, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lakes--Columbus County; Fishing--Columbus County

Record #:

9467

Author(s):

Nichols, Lacey E., Jr.

Abstract:

Nichols discusses fishing in Lake Waccamaw, a state-owned lake that covers 8,936 acres with an average depth of seven feet. He lists the various game fishes, types of artificial lures or natural baits, the best fishing locations, and best times of the year for fishing. Official state-wide records for selected species are listed, as well as unofficial Lake Waccamaw records.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 41 Issue 8, Aug 1977, p14-16, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lakes--Columbus County; Fishing--Columbus County