The Hiwassee River

The Hiwassee River is close to Hayesville, Murphy, and Andrews, NC. We often fish near Mission Dam.
This river provides the opportunity for large wild rainbows, and has some browns mixed in as well.
Float Trips, Wade Trips, and Rates
Turning Stone’s Fly Fishing believes that a float trip or wade fishing trip is the best way of soaking in the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. We strive to make this a comfortable and easy experience, unless an angler wants to get off the beaten path.
Float Trips
(full-day)
- Tuckasegee River:
Trout and Summer Smallmouth bass - Little Tennessee River:
Summer Smallmouth bass - Full-Day (one or two anglers; Max 2): $500
Full-Day
Wade Trips
(approx. 8:00-4:30)
- One angler: $325
- Two anglers: $450
- All rods, reels, and flies are provided.
- Pending availability, waders are available for FREE.
Half-Day
Wade Trips
(4 hours on the water)
- One angler: $250
- Two anglers: $350
- All rods, reels, and flies are provided.
- Pending availability, waders are available for FREE.