The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (upper arm) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Hickory
Catawba County, North Carolina · about 3,270 acres (5.1 sq mi)
59°F water, calm this morning.
About Lake Hickory
Lake Hickory is a lake in Catawba County, North Carolina, covering about 3,270 acres.
From end to end it runs about 13.7 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 52 miles. The water sits about 930 ft above sea level. Rhodhiss is right by the lake.
- Size
- About 3,270 acres (5.1 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 52 miles
- End to end
- About 13.7 miles
- Elevation
- About 930 ft
- County
- Catawba County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise
- 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual North Carolina mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 59°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- GoodCrappie
Active. Brush piles and docks in 8 to 15 ft.
- FairCatfish
Waking up. Channels and creek mouths, especially after rain.
- FairBluegill and sunfish
Warming. Shallow, sunny pockets in the afternoon.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Upper arm
The lake narrows toward the incoming river or creek; moving water carries food.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:59 am · sunset 5:19 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Hickory
- Rhodhisson the shore
- Northlakeson the shore
- Bethlehemabout 1.4 mi northeast
- Granite Fallsabout 1.6 mi west
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Questions about Lake Hickory
What fish are in Lake Hickory?
Lakes like Lake Hickory usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Hickory?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lake Hickory?
About 3,270 acres, with about 52 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Hickory?
Rhodhiss is on the shore.
What is the water temperature at Lake Hickory today?
The surface was about 59°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Hickory on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
