Turning Stones Blog

It’s hard to believe the new year is already upon us. We’re fortunate to experience all four seasons here in Georgia. From spring through autumn, temperatures are warm and enough to spend time outside exploring all that makes our state special. While getting outdoors may not be your first thought this time of year, you don’t have to neglect nature during winter. 

One of the questions we hear often is whether you can go fly fishing in Georgia during the winter. The answer is a resounding yes! You can absolutely go fly fishing in north Georgia during the cold months. In fact, some find it’s the perfect time of year to get in the water and chase some of the area’s finest trout. 

As we look forward to another fall, you may be looking at trips to western North Carolina to experience autumn in the mountains. You’re not alone. Millions of people visit our area each year to see the majesty of the changing leaves. Is it possible to connect with nature when so many others are doing the same thing in the same places you want to go?

Hundreds of miles of truly wild trout water can be found in western North Carolina. From high-altitude native brook trout to streams with wild brown and rainbow trout, there’s something for everyone. Some secret fishing locations are right off the beaten path, while others are miles away and hardly fished. 

Backcountry fly fishing lets anglers take on new challenges away from what can be crowded waters in our area. In these areas, you will often find some of the most beautiful trout in the world. The colors on these fish will be the perfect representation of how trout species should appear. 

Many of the streams within are remote and difficult to get to. Although maps of the area can provide the locations of many of the streams and rivers that are available, unless you are familiar with the mountain roads, public lands, and areas where fly fishing is not allowed, then it is imperative that you have one of our professional guides at  Turning Stone's Fly Fishing to lead you to success. 

Turning Stone's Guide can also spend time with you to teach you how to be a better fly angler from our years of valuable experience.

Hundreds of miles of truly wild trout water can be found in western North Carolina. From high-altitude native brook trout to streams with wild brown and rainbow trout, there’s something for everyone. Some secret fishing locations are right off the beaten path, while others are miles away and hardly fished.