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(10/30/08) The fly fishing on the delayed harvest this fall has been very good. I have been on the Nantahala and Tuckaseegee Rivers a lot this month and the fishing has been great! They will be stocking both streams again around the first of November as if there wasn't enough catching going on already! If you plan to fish these rivers on your own, fish nymphs sizes 14 through 18 and you will do just fine. Just remember the key to doing just fine means you need to have a good, clean, drag-free drift in most cases. Remember, you want the bugs to float naturally downstream to the fish. You will be happy if its done correctly.

Private Instruction

Whether you've never seen a fly rod or have been fishing for years I look forward to sharing my knowledge of fly fishing with you. I offer one-on-one instruction at reasonable rates. Once completed, my goal is to have you completely confident to be on the area's streams by yourself.

Just Added to Our Streams List

Raven Fork/Ocunaluftee River

This river flows directly out of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and was already a good fishery prior to the new catch and release fly fishing only program. The 2.2 mile stretch is just full of fish, some absolute monsters too! The fishing started out too easy but recently after more pressure has settled in to fish more like a fly fishing only section should. Fish catch rates have been very good with big fish mixed in. This is an absolute must for a fly fisherman who likes to have a chance at giant fish.

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	Hello everyone. My name is Gordon Vanderpool and I have been fishing for trout almost my entire life. I'm currently living in the Great Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina in the Town of Franklin in Macon County where you'll find some of the best trout fishing anywhere. I take tremendous pride in my teaching of the wonderful art of fly fishing! *I specialize in wade fishing trips* for fisherman of all ages and all skill levels.** Read More The Raven Fork of the Ocunaluftee River on the Cherokee Indian Reservation in Western North Carolina has opened up 2.2 miles of FLY FISHING ONLY, catch and release trophy water. The Raven Fork is an absolutely beautiful river flowing out of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with crystal clear water flowing over boulders, what else could you ask for? Cost will be a $20 for an annual permit and $7 a day per person (plus regular guide fee). That's it! Are you kidding me?? I have already taken lots of trips on this river. This fishing has been nothing short of spectacular! (Lots of BIG Fish) Kudos to Robert Blankenship for setting this all in motion. Looking forward to guiding you on this incredible stretch of river. P.S. A camera is a must! The most exciting time of the year to fly fish is finally here! The delayed harvest streams opened up October 1st and the fishing has been nothing short of spectacular. I've been on the Tuckasegee River the past five days and lost count in the amount of fish caught by 10 o'clock. The "Tuck" and the Nantahala have both been stocked with numerous fish; Browns, Rainbows, and Brookies alike. 4% of these fish stocked are trophy sized fish 20" or better. This is a great to experience the flyfishing here in the Western North Carolina Mountains.

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	Streams We Fish
	Tuckasegee - Located just outside the Town of Dillsboro in Jackson County - This stream is great for beginners and is under delayed harvest regulations. As an angler you truly have a chance to land a trophy fish on this stream. Nantahala - The Nantahala River is an excellent classroom for beginners. The stream is located in Nantahala, NC and features beautiful Wild Rainbow Trout along with stocked fish. You'll enjoy being surrounded by the steep mountain terrain of the Nantahala Gorge. Big Snowbird - Is located near Robbinsville, NC in Graham County. Under hatchery support regulations, Big Snowbird is closed the month of March but open to fish the rest of the year. This stream has winter runs of Steelhead along with Native Brookies in the headwaters. Fishing for Steelhead on Big Snow Bird is a must for the fly fisherman who likes a challenge. Cullasaja - Near Highlands, NC the Cullasaja River is under hatchery support regulations and therefore closed the month of March. The Cullasaja also contains plenty of Wild Trout due to the minute fishing pressure. This stream is beautiful with many waterfalls. You'll enjoy this stream and the immense beauty that surrounds it. Once it leaves the gorge, it flows into the Little Tennessee River.