Armstrong Fish Hatchery

State fish hatchery open throughout the year. View and feed three species of trout in raceways and ponds. School tours available.

Getting There & Details

Address
334 Armstrong Creek Rd. Marion, NC 28752
Phone
(828)756-4179
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.mcdowellnc.org
Map
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