Edenton National Fish Hatchery
The Edenton National Fish Hatchery is a fish hatchery administered by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service in Edenton, North Carolina, in the United States. It is run by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service. Highs of 63–81°F make April, May, September, October and November the mildest time to go.
A zoo & aquarium inside Edenton
You can stay in Edenton
Edenton National Fish Hatchery is inside Edenton, which has 7 places to stay, so you won’t need a base farther out. Where to stay ↓
Established in 1900
Edenton National Fish Hatchery dates from 1900 and is run by United States Fish and Wildlife Service. About ↓
Best months: Apr, May, Sep, Oct and Nov
April, May, September, October and November are the mild months, with highs of 63–81°. When to go ↓
Written from NOAA 1991–2020 normals, Overture places to stay, Census town figures, Wikidata and Wikipedia.
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Edenton National Fish Hatchery
The Edenton National Fish Hatchery is a fish hatchery administered by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service in Edenton, North Carolina, in the United States. It lies on 70 acres (28 hectares) of land and is a component of the National Fish Hatchery System. Like other components of the National Fish Hatchery System, the hatchery's mission is to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats, as well to cooperate with like-minded partners to further these goals. It is the largest producer of striped bass (Morone saxatilis) in the National Fish Hatchery System.
- Type
- Zoo & aquarium
- Established
- 1900
- Area
- 70 acres
- Run by
- United States Fish and Wildlife Service
Rooms near Edenton National Fish Hatchery
The nearest towns with places to stay are Edenton (7) and Plymouth (6).
Compare 8 towns
| Town | From Edenton National Fish Hatchery | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edenton | in town | — | 7 4 hotels · 1 motel · 2 inns & B&Bs | 4,546 | $274K | C |
| Cape Colony | 4 mi southeast | 5 min | 2 2 inns & B&Bs | 509 | $221K | — |
| Plymouth | 15 mi southwest | 25 min | 6 3 hotels · 3 motels | 3,170 | $87K | D− |
| Windsor | 18 mi west | 25 min | 5 2 hotels · 1 motel · 2 campgrounds | 3,469 | $103K | C |
| Elizabeth City | 28 mi northeast | 40 min | 16 5 hotels · 3 motels · 8 inns & B&Bs | 19,622 | $188K | C− |
| Williamston | 28 mi southwest | 40 min | 13 9 hotels · 1 inn or B&B · 1 lodge or cabins · 2 RV parks | 5,086 | $107K | D− |
| Hertford | 13 mi northeast | 20 min | 1 1 inn or B&B | 2,011 | $177K | — |
| Ahoskie | 25 mi northwest | 40 min | 3 2 motels · 1 inn or B&B | 4,608 | $143K | D− |
Day trip from
Straight-line miles.
Getting there
Nearest airports with airline service
Beyond Edenton National Fish Hatchery
A wider trip can take in these, within 70 miles.
68 mi National MonumentFort Monroe National Monument
58 mi MuseumMacArthur Memorial
58 mi Stadium & arenaNorfolk Scope
54 mi National MemorialWright Brothers National Memorial342K visitors a year
70 mi MuseumTryon Palace
58 mi MuseumNauticus
38 mi Park & preserveGreat Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
61 mi City parkMount Trashmore ParkPhoto credits
Fort Monroe National Monument: Unknown, Public domain · MacArthur Memorial: Unknown, Public domain · Norfolk Scope: Cag1970, Public domain · Wright Brothers National Memorial: Ken Thomas, Public domain · Tryon Palace: Carol M. Highsmith, Public domain · Nauticus: Ewelch1, CC BY 3.0 · Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Northeast Region, CC BY 2.0 · Mount Trashmore Park: Kubigula (talk), CC BY-SA 3.0
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Visiting Edenton National Fish Hatchery: the answers
Is Edenton National Fish Hatchery in Edenton?
Yes. It’s inside Edenton, NC.
When is the best time to visit Edenton National Fish Hatchery?
April, May, September, October and November, with highs of 63–81°.
How far is Edenton National Fish Hatchery from Virginia Beach?
About 60 miles northeast of Virginia Beach, as the crow flies.
What is the closest airport to Edenton National Fish Hatchery?
Pitt-Greenville (PGV), about 51 miles away. The nearest big hub is Norfolk (ORF), about 63 miles.
Where should I stay near Edenton National Fish Hatchery?
Edenton (in town, 7 places to stay), Plymouth (15 mi, 6 places to stay) and Windsor (18 mi, 5 places to stay).
Tips for visiting, from Edenton
There are no tips yet, so start one in Edenton’s Town Square.
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