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Spring Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing the Smokies – Spring Fishing Report Spring has settled into the Smokies, and with it comes that window we all wait for. After a long stretch of cold water and sluggish fish, the trout are finally waking up. As water temperatures climb, their metabolism ramps up fast, and you can see it in … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fishing Report 1-8-2026
Winter has settled into the Smoky Mountains, and with it comes one of our favorite seasons on the water. Cold mornings, quiet rivers, and big trout on the move make this a prime time to get out and chase fish with Fly Fishing the Smokies. For those who love winter fly fishing—and especially for anglers … Continue reading
Winter Fly Fishing Report- Fly Fishing the Smokies
Big Fish • Quiet Water • Peak Cold-Season Action Winter has settled over the Smokies, and with it comes some of the best trophy trout fishing of the entire year. While the leaves have dropped and the mornings bite a little sharper, the fishing across Western North Carolina and East Tennessee is far from slowing … Continue reading
Early September Fly Fishing Report – Fly Fishing the Smokies
Crisp Air and Peaceful Streams Early September in the Smoky Mountains brings the first hints of fall. Cool mornings and crisp evenings make for some of the most refreshing fishing conditions of the year. The lush greens of summer are beginning to give way to the first touches of autumn color. Crowds are gone, kids … Continue reading
Fly Fishing the Smokies Report late August
Late August Fly Fishing Report – Fly Fishing the Smokies As summer winds down in the Great Smoky Mountains and western North Carolina, anglers are greeted with cool mornings, lush green forests, and the refreshing sounds of mountain streams. Late August is one of the most peaceful times to be on the water—kids are headed … 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 Mountains Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing Report October 7, 2021 Today is going to be another rainy day in the Great Smoky Mountains. The forecast has 70% chance once again with temperatures reaching 72 for the high. Currently this morning is a comfortable 64 degrees here in Bryson City and the same for Gatlinburg. Streams all across the national … Continue reading
Smoky Mountain Fly Fishing Report
Fly Fishing Report February 23, 2020 The Great Smoky Mountains received a light snow in the back country on Thursday and into early Friday morning. It was short lived but beautiful to see hanging on the trees. Saturday ended absolutely gorgeous and making everyone ready for Spring. Temps reached the high 50’s to low 60’s … Continue reading
November Fly Fishing Smoky Mountains
November Fly Fishing Smoky Mountains November is one month that most people tend to overlook when thinking about trout fishing, especially fly fishing. There’s no reason for this other than leaf season has passed and November is spent watching football and waiting on Thanksgiving to get here. What most folks may not realize is that … Continue reading