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Fall Fly Fishing Report- Fly Fishing the Smokies
Delayed Harvest Season Begins Fall is one of the most exciting times to be on the water in Western North Carolina, with the return of the Delayed Harvest program. The Tuckasegee River kicks off the season with its first round of stockings October 6th-10th, bringing thousands of trout back into this famed fishery. Rainbows, browns, … Continue reading
Fly Fishing Report Cherokee, North Carolina
Early September brings a beautiful transition to the waters of Cherokee, North Carolina. The cool mornings and shady mountain valleys keep the trout active, while the clear, cold streams provide anglers with excellent opportunities to catch fish throughout the day. Cherokee has become one of the Southeast’s premier trout fishing destinations, thanks to the Eastern … Continue reading
Fly Fishing the Smokies report July 11 2025
There’s something deeply soul-refreshing about standing in a cool mountain stream this time of year — mist rising off the water, birdsong echoing through the hollows, and the soft rush of clear water over smooth rocks. Fly fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park this week has been nothing short of magical. Weather & … Continue reading
November Fly Fishing Report, Great Smoky Mountains
November is one our favorite times to fly fish in the Smoky Mountains region. Big fish start making their appearances in many of the larger creeks and rivers in the mountains. Late Fall and Winter has long been known as being the best time to catch a big Brown trout. Great Smoky Mountains National Park … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fishing Report 6/04/24
Smoky Mountain Fishing Report for June 04, 2024 This week is going to be a good one for fly fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains and surrounding towns of Gatlinburg and Bryson City. Weather has been about perfect for the first week of June. Highs reaching upper 70’s in the valleys, and low 70’s in … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fishing Report
A little cold weather blast to region the last couple days remind us that winter still gets the last word around the Appalachians. Old timers here in the Smokies will tell you that we have 5 “Little Winters” And before you roll your eyes, let me tell you they are spot on correct too. This … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fly Fishing Report
The big news in fly fishing is the Tuckasegee River. This fantastic tailwater located on the North Carolina side of the Smokies is fishing incredible. April’s stocking of trout has put this already amazing river over the top! Our guided trips are seeing tons of fish put in the nets and anglers getting shots at … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing Report October 12, 2021 Another beautiful day in the Great Smoky Mountains. Partly cloudy skies with highs reaching the mid 70’s across the region. No rain in sight for several days, just nice warm Fall weather and some great fishing! Great Smoky Mountains National Park The fishing inside the Great Smoky Mountains National … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing Report October 9, 2021 Finally the rain has moved out of the region and the Smoky Mountains start to dry out! Its been a soggy start to Fall so far. Overnight lows dropped into the mid 50’s in the backcountry, and low 60’s in Bryson City and Gatlinburg. Clearing skies gave way to … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing Report October 8, 2021 Rain continues to dominate the theme across the Smoky Mountains. Friday’s forecast is a 60% chance until around 8:00pm Friday night. Highs are expected to reach the low 70’s across the mountains in lower elevations and mid 60’s in the back country. This slight cool down cycle will last … Continue reading