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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
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
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
Fly Fishing the Smokies report August 10
Great Smoky Mountains Fly Fishing Report – August 10 2025 Trout Fishing in America’s Most Beloved National Park August in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park brings a deep, full embrace of summer — warm days, cool mountain mornings, and endless miles of trout-filled water winding through one of the most beautiful and biologically diverse … 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 6/11/24
The trout fishing is at peak in the Great Smoky Mountains! All the park streams are fishing at their best and water levels are looking great. Most creeks are running full to medium full. Hatches of Yellow Sallies and Light Cahills are driving the trout absolutely crazy. Lots of dry fly action all day long … 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