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North Carolina · Unknown Co.

Persimmon Lake

· 154 mi · Class
Optimal: CFS · USGS #
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⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 0 cfsHist. median: 0 cfs

About

Persimmon Lake is a reservoir located just 7.6 miles from Murphy, in Cherokee County, in the state of North Carolina, United States, near Friendship, NC. For Fishing License purchase, fishing rules, and fishing regulations please visit the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission website. (Source: Hook & Bullet)

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
9:05 AM
Moonrise
1:55 PM
Moonset
4:16 AM
★ Moon underfoot
9:05 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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