Arrive before the draw
Give yourself time to check in, ask about the session and get set up before fishing starts.
WELCOME TO CREEKSIDE
Creekside Carp Lake. The next cast
starts here.
A place on the bank. A little time outside. Plan your next carp fishing session at Creekside in North Carolina’s foothills.
Find your next session Call 704-276-1934LINCOLN COUNTY, NC2991 Sam Houser RoadVale, NC 28168
MAKE A LITTLE LAKE TIMEDay & evening sessionsWeekly draw times below
GET READY FOR YOUR VISITCarp fishing at CreeksideCall ahead to confirm your session
PLAN YOUR NEXT CAST
There’s a session for you.
Choose a daytime session or an evening on the bank. Arrive before your draw time and call ahead to confirm the program before travelling. All times are Eastern.
Weekly program reviewed November 2, 2026. Weather and special events may change sessions. Call the lake to confirm your visit.
| DAY / SESSION | DRAW | FISHING TIME |
|---|---|---|
| MondayEvening | 5:30 pm | 6 pm – 11 pm |
| ThursdayDaytime · 10 hours | 9:30 am | 10 am – 8 pm |
| FridayEvening / overnight | 5:30 pm | 6 pm – 2 am |
| SaturdayEvening | 3:30 pm | 4 pm – midnight |
| SundayAfternoon / evening | 1:30 pm | 2 pm – 10 pm |
Friday finishes Saturday at 2 am. Saturday finishes at midnight, as Sunday begins. Tuesday and Wednesday have no session listed on the supplied poster.
Source: weekly program poster · Reviewed November 2, 2026 · Fishing updates from Joe Lutz ↗
A LITTLE TIME BY THE WATER
Get to know the lake.
A look across Creekside, shared on the lake’s public Facebook page.
Photos from Creekside’s Facebook page ↗.
READY FOR A GOOD SESSION
Before you head
for the bank.
Four simple things to keep in mind.
Check the fishing rules
Confirm permitted bait, rod limits, hooks and fish-handling rules directly with the lake before your visit.
Pack for the bank
A comfortable chair, weather-appropriate layers and a light for an evening session can make the trip easier.
Confirm the details
Call ahead for special events, booking arrangements, payment questions and any facilities or access needs.
THE HELPFUL DETAILS
A few good questions.
A little clarity for your first visit.
Where is Creekside Carp Lake?
Find the lake at 2991 Sam Houser Road, Vale, NC 28168. The address and 704-276-1934 phone number are listed on the lake’s public Facebook page.
When should I arrive?
Arrive before the listed draw time. The weekly program lists Monday and Friday draws at 5:30 pm, Thursday at 9:30 am, Saturday at 3:30 pm and Sunday at 1:30 pm.
Can I fish during the day?
Yes. The weekly program lists Thursday from 10 am to 8 pm and Sunday from 2 pm to 10 pm. Saturday also begins in the afternoon, at 4 pm.
Which sessions finish after midnight?
Friday runs from 6 pm until 2 am Saturday. Saturday’s 4 pm session finishes at midnight, as Sunday begins. Call ahead to confirm any special-event changes.
Is this a live opening status?
No. These are the draw and fishing times on the weekly program, transcribed November 2, 2026. Call the lake to confirm before travelling.
What about bait, rods and visitor facilities?
Current bait restrictions, rod limits, booking and payment policies, toilets, accessible bank access and other visitor facilities have not been confirmed for this guide. Call with any questions that affect your visit.
FIND US IN THE FOOTHILLS
Meet you
at Creekside.
Creekside Carp Lake
2991 Sam Houser Road
Vale, NC 28168
2991 Sam Houser Road
Vale, NC 28168
VALE · LINCOLN COUNTY
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2991 Sam Houser Road
Vale, NC 28168
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