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 top boater and co-angler a 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.
To fish in the trail event and start your journey to the Bassmaster Classic, you must be a member of the NC Bass Nation. You can become a member by simply clicking the link below. It will take you to a form to fill our your information to become a member of the NC Bass Nation Today! After becoming a member, you will be eligible to compete in the NC and National Federation Nation Events.
Western Division
Tournament Location: Lake Norman
- Date: March 21st, 2026
- Ramp: Pinnacle Landing
- Address:River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117
Tournament Director: Brian Lefever
Contact: crosscoatings@yahoo.com
For any specific questions contact info@ncbfn.com
Eastern Division
Tournament Location: Roanoke River
- Address: Water Street Boat Ramp
- Date: August 15th, 2026
- Tournament Director:
- Contact:
For any specific questions contact info@ncbfn.com
Central Division
Tournament Location:
- Date: June 6th, 2026
- Ramp: Ebenezer Boat Ramp
- Address: 3000 Beaver Creek Rd, Apex, NC 27523
- Tournament Director: Jeffrey Davis
- Contact:
For any specific questions contact info@ncbfn.com