The North Carolina BASS Nation is split up into three main divisions. The TOP 20 anglers from each division qualify for the NC state championship. Fishing in an NC BASS Nation tournament is the first step to making your way to the Bassmaster Classic. The boater and co-angler from the top two teams in the NC State Championship qualify to go directly to the BASS Nation National Championship. At the National Championship, the Top 3 anglers qualify for the Bassmaster Classic. Only members of the NC BASS Nation are eligible to participate.
Western Division
Tournament 1:
- Location: Lake Wylie
- Date: April 19th, 2025
- Ramp: South Point Boat Launch
- Address: 199 Boat Launch Rd. Belmont, NC 28012
Tournament 2:
- Location: Lake Norman
- Date: May 17th, 2025
- Ramp: Beatty’s Ford Access Area
- Address: 8335 Shipley Ln. Denver, NC 28037
Tournament 3:
- Location: High Rock
- Date: June, 7th, 2025
- Ramp: Southmont Abbotts Creek Boat Access
- Address: 899 Wildlife Recreation Area Access Rd. Lexington, NC, 27292
Tournament Director: George Lauster
Contact: hooksettersfishing@yahoo.com
Eastern Division
- Location: Chowan River Ramp: Pembroke Creek Park
- Address: 716 W Queen St, Edenton, NC 27932
- Date: March 29th, 2025
- Tournament Director: Trey Nanney
- Contact: 252-289-8547 or tnanney@ymail.com
Central Division
- Location: Kerr Lake
- Date: May 24, 2025
- Ramp: Flemington Boat Landing
- Address: 3159 Flemingtown Rd, Henderson, NC 27536
- Tournament Director: Adam Haithcock
- Contact: 919-482-3798 or A.H_lawncare@yahoo.com
If you’re interested in fishing a tournament please email the tournament director for the division you are interested in fishing.
How To Join
To join the NC B.A.S.S. Federation Nation, a yearly membership fee of $45 is required. Being a member of the Bass Nation allows you to receive benefits including discounts on tackle, gear, and much more. Click here to read more about joining the North Carolina Bass Nation
