By Carolyn Harmon

Weldon is not only the Rockfish Capital of North Carolina, but it’s also the Rockfish Capital of the World. With only about 1,400 residents, remarkably the town brings in thousands for the fishing and Roanoke River experience. And during the Annual Rock the Roanoke Rockfish Tournament, it is hard to find a parking spot as it brings hundreds to the charming small town. Along with fishing, let’s discover more about Weldon, North Carolina.

County residents and visitors alike come in droves to the small town from as far away as West Virginia, Georgia, and South Carolina.

River Falls Park Trailhead., 50 Rockfish Dr, Weldon, NC 27890, USA

It is also one of the trailheads of the Roanoke Canal Trail.

Roanoke Canal Trail, Weldon, NC, USA

And picnic shelters often showcase people enjoying an outdoor meal.

Weldon Mills Distillery Durham, 300 E Main St suite 001, Durham, NC 27701, USA

Ride the trolley from the mill building, where tours and tastings are available, to the distillery.

Sunshine Grill, 200 Washington Ave, Weldon, NC 27890, USA

By the way, a hot dog sandwich is two hot dogs butterflied on toast with mayo, lettuce, and tomato.

Within one or two blocks you’ll find several eclectic shops lining the streets.

Riverside Mill, 200 Mill St, Weldon, NC 27890, USA

Once a working, water-driven cotton mill, we love the building just as much as the inventory. Read more about this interesting place on the Riverside Mill website.

Watch as one fisherman catches a few fish in the beautiful Roanoke River in Weldon.

For more about the Rockfish Capital of North Carolina, visit the Town of Weldon‘s Facebook page.

Discover other cool places in the area on this beautiful road trip along U.S. Route 301 in North Carolina.