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The waters around Sugar Mountain offer some of the best fly fishing in North Carolina, with cold, clean streams and lakes teeming with brook, brown, and rainbow trout. Surrounded by the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, anglers can experience a peaceful escape while casting their lines in some of the most pristine fishing spots in the region.
West Fork Anglers offers guided fly fishing trips on the scenic tailwater fisheries of East Tennessee, just under an hour from Banner Elk and Linville, NC. The Watauga and South Holston rivers provide incredible opportunities to catch rainbow and brown trout, all while taking in breathtaking mountain views. Trips are designed for anglers of all skill levels, with expert guides tailoring the experience to meet your needs. Enjoy a full day on the water in a comfortable drift boat from Adipose Boatworks in Helena, Montana, and savor a streamside lunch during your adventure. Go to their website. For more, contact Nils Peterson: 828-964-8581, Email: [email protected]
RiverStone Fly Fishing offers guided fly fishing trips in the Boone area and Eastern Tennessee, specializing in both small mountain streams and the renowned tailwaters of Tennessee. With over 20 years of experience, Pat Stone is known for his expertise in sight fishing for large brown trout on the South Holston River. Go to their website. For more, call or text 828-719-1543.
Foscoe Fishing Company & Outfitters is the first Orvis Endorsed Flyfishing Guide Service in North Carolina’s High Country. Find their shop in the community of Foscoe near Boone, offering high-quality fly fishing on the Watauga, Boone’s Fork, Wilson Creek, and many other pristine mountain streams. Foscoe Fishing Co. also offers float and walk guides on the tailrace waters of Tennessee. All of these waters offer excellent opportunities for catching Brown, Brook, and Rainbow trout. For more, call: (828) 963-6556
MountainBound Fly Guides offers expert-led fly fishing adventures across the High Country and beyond. Whether you’re searching for trout in North Carolina’s scenic mountain streams or casting into the renowned tailwaters of the South Holston and Watauga rivers, their experienced guides know where to find the best bites. For smallmouth enthusiasts, they also float the Holston in Tennessee and the New River in Virginia. With options for wade trips in the greater Boone area, MountainBound Fly Guides welcomes anglers of all skill levels and ages. For more info, visit their website or call: (828) 963 5463
Elk Creek Outfitters has been providing top-tier fly fishing experiences since 2000, offering guided trips for trout, smallmouth bass, and musky fishing. Their expert guides tailor each trip to the angler, ensuring a memorable day on the water. Specializing in large group outings, they also offer overnight trips—perfect for business retreats or client entertainment. For more info, visit their website or call 706-957-5864.
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