The 5 Best Fly Fishing Spots in North Carolina!
Beginner to the craft or an experienced fly fisher, the Western portion of North Carolina is littered with a fly-fishing trail that beginners and experienced individuals alike can enjoy. Grab your fishing cap, rod, and bait before taking a day out on these fly fishing spots in North Carolina you must visit.
1.Davidson River
Located through the Pisgah National Forrest, the river can be fished for the trout, kayaked or tubed. Stop anytime from sunrise to midday for the best catches. Davidson River offers year-round fishing of the populations of trout. One of the most popular rivers in North Carolina, Davidson River offers easy access and is great for fishers of all ages. The beautiful mountain stream has been listed on the Trout Unlimited Top 100 Stream of America. For the best experience with the fish, fish the spring or fall seasons when the temperature is just right.
2.Tanasee Creek
Fourteen miles from Tuckasiegee, North Carolina, this small but gorgeous lake can be accessed at the bridge on Tanasee Creek Road. Enjoy the scenery and peaceful fishing with non-power boats only and no minimum trout length. Fly fish the fish population of small and large mouth bass, brook, brown and rainbow trout. Fish from a canoe, kayak or from the shore and catch a plentiful amount of fish along the Nantahala National Forest.
3.Tuckasiegee River
The lower portion of the Tuckasiegee River of North Carolina can be accessed from the U.S. 19/74 freeway. Here, fish smallmouth bass, brown and rainbow trout from the Barker’s Creek Bridge to Whittier. The upper portion of Tuckasiegee river is great for fishing white, rock, and largemouth bass as well as catfish, crappie, sunfish, and walleye. The wide river is great to boat as you kick back and cast a line into the cool water on a warm, summer day.
4.Scott Creek
Located off Highway 74, Scott Creek is 10 miles of fly fishing in Jackson County that is hatchery supported and offers an array of fishing options. Brown and rainbow fish, as well as wild trout, can be found within the creek.The best spots for a bite are from the Balsam to the downtown Sylva areas. A part of the North Fork Scott Creek and Buff Creek within the Nantahala National Forest, the beautiful, scenic view makes for a great fishing trip.
5.Raven Fork
Raven Fork of the Great Smokey Mountains begins at Blue Ridge Parkway bridge and travels for about two miles. Catch and release fly fishing, brook, brown, Donaldson, golden and rainbow trout are all common catches. It is not rare for the fish you catch at Raven fork to measure up to 30 inches in length. Don’t forget your daily and annual permits! The stream can be accessed through the access paths along Raven Fork or through Big Cove Road.
