When it comes to trout fly fishing in North Carolina, there aren’t many places better than the Nantahala River in the Nantahala National Forest. While the river is more well known for whitewater rafting and kayaking opportunities, it offers excellent trout waters. Both wild and stocked rainbow, brown, and brook trout can be found in most parts of the river.

What is your perfect getaway? Is it lounging in a chair by the ocean on the beach, with the sun on your back and wind in your hair? Is it visiting a country to which you have never been and inundating yourself in the culture? Is it traveling to the most exotic and isolated island you can find on the map?

For many, the best getaway is one that reconnects them with nature. You may be one who would prefer to get as far away from the noise and stress of daily life. There is no better way to escape the city than to schedule a fly fishing excursion in western North Carolina. We have some of the best classic trout waters in the world, with some of the most experienced guides you can find anywhere.

The only minor issue with your trout fishing getaway is that the prevalence of large, beautiful trout in western North Carolina is no secret. If you wade out into one of the more popular rivers or creeks, you may not be alone. 

When people think about western North Carolina, many will immediately picture the mountains. The tallest mountains on the East Coast are located right here in the Great Smoky Mountains. Clingmans Dome, Mount Pisgah, and many other mile-high summits tower over the region. There are hundreds of thousands of acres of virtually untouched forest to explore among these hills. 

For others, it is the allure of the waters that draw them to our area. There are ten river basins and countless creeks and streams crisscrossing southwestern North Carolina. Some people enjoy plunging down river rapids in kayaks or rafts, while others prefer to float slowly down some of the calmer areas. Still, others enjoy this region for the abundance of wild beautiful trout. 

There is no better place to fish than western North Carolina. Despite the popularity of fly fishing in the area, the state and local municipalities have taken steps to help ensure that this will continue to be one of the best fly fishing destinations in the world. In this article, we are discussing what you need to know about the Heritage Trout Waters in our area. 

Your life and work can be hectic and filled with pressure, even when you are not navigating the challenges of a global pandemic. Everyone needs a break. You need some time off, away from the city and out in nature. We all need to reconnect with the great outdoors. 

One of the best ways you can relax, rest, and rejuvenate is by wading out into the cold waters of western North Carolina to catch world-class trout. 

There is something special about a fly fishing excursion in the most beautiful part of our state. One way to take your trip to the next level is by learning a new skill. The skilled guides at Turning Stone’s Fly Fishing are well-versed in the best techniques for catching trout in our area. 

In this article, we are discussing what you need to know about European Nymphing, or Czech Nymphing.