- (a) The daily creel limit for American eels taken from or possessed, regardless or origin, while boating on or fishing in inland fishing waters is 25.
- (b) The minimum size limit is nine inches.
- (c) There is no closed season.
- (d) Eels greater than nine inches in length and with a minimum body depth greater than ½ inch may be cut for use as bait.
History Note: Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-292; 113-304; 113-305;
Temporary Adoption Eff. September 1, 2022;
Eff. March 15, 2023.