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THINGS TO DO IN THE SMOKIES Swain County's Mountain Lake and Streams are a Fisherman's Paradise
Whether you are fly fishing for native brook trout in a cold mountain stream, smallmouth or largemouth bass in beautiful Fontana Lake or rainbow or brown trout in one of the many stocked streams or rivers, Swain County hosts one of the most diverse fishing habitats in the world.
The Little Tennessee River just west of Bryson City off the Needmore Road is a wide, cold, boulder-strewn river - perfect for smallmouth bass, brim, rock bass and muskie. The Cherokee Indian Reservation also offers a variety of fishing opportunities for the trout fisherman with regularly stocked streams, trophy waters and three trout ponds. More info
For boating information, including public boating access and marinas with boat rentals, as well as the Old 288 handicap accessible fishing pier, visit the Boating page of this web site. There's alsor more information about Fontana Lake.
Printable Bryson City Fishing Guide (pdf). |
Fly Fishing the Smokies
Contact:
Eugene Shuler
Mailing:
Po Box 291 Bryson City, NC 28713
Learn to fish in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Bryson City, North Carolina. Discover the majestic streams and mountains while enjoying a day of guided fly fishing with some of the Great Smoky Mountains best fly fishing guides. Since 1999, we have guided anglers of all ages and skill levels to some of the most beautiful trout streams in all of the southeastern United States. We offer Wade Trips, Float Trips, our Signature Beginner Classes, Back Country Camping and the option of Half Day and Full Day Trips. We have something for everyone and for every budget. Call for reservations, we look forward to hearing from you!
Simonds Bait & Tackle Shop
Contact:
annparton@hotmail.com
Address:
1085 Main St Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 828-488-6854
Located on the Tuckaseigee River. Live bait: shinners, trout fingerlings (seasonally), nightcrawlers, wax worms, meal worms, and crickets. Complete line of tackle for lake, river, and fly fishing. Locally hand tied flies. Single hook lures for the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.Fishing license. On site taxidermy (fish only). Open year round.
Up-Close Outfitters
Contact:
Frank Askew
Address:
15 Lazy Boy Lane, Lot B-8 Hendersonville, NC 28792
Join our PROFESSIONAL GUIDES on renowned Lake Fontana. Known as the best smallmouth lake in the Southeast, Lake Fontana equals none for scenery and quality fishing. Let our FULL TIME fishing guides show you constant action for deep smallmouth, largemouth, lake trout, and walleye. Ride in style with our new 22 foot Champion Bass boats with 250 hp. Equipment, lunch, and transportation provided.
Smoky Mountain Adventures, Inc.
Contact:
Steve Claxton
From April thru November, Steve Claxton takes small groups of 5-12 campers across Fontana Lake by pontoon to the remote North Shore area of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for a two-day guided outing. Everything is provided for hiking, fly fishing or just camping. Twenty years experience as a guide; fully insured, licensed and permitted by the GSMNP. Occasionally, day hikes are available.
Smoky Mountain Outdoors Unlimited
Contact:
Ronnie Parris
Address:
1012 E Alarka Rd Bryson City, NC 28713  Guided fishing & camping trips. We offer fly fishing, spin fishing, lake fishing, camping and boathouse camping trips. All bait and equipment is furnished. A shore lunch is provided for full-day trips. Half day trips are also available. Open year round. Endless River Adventures
Address:
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14157 Hwy 19 W Bryson City, NC 28713
Offers whitewater rafting on the Nantahala, Cheoah, and Ocoee Rivers. Ocoee rafting package includes transportation from our Nantahala Outpost, saving you the extra driving. Kayak instruction from the beginner to advanced level and kayak/mountain bike trips to Costa Rica and Ecuador. Lake touring offered for half-and full-day trips. Also, fly fishing instruction & guide service with drift boat option.
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Address:
13077 Hwy 19 W Bryson City, NC 28713  Rated "One of the Best Outfitter's on Earth" by National Geographic Adventure, NOC has been the leader in the rafting industry since 1972. NOC offers family friendly adventures rafting and paddling the Nantahala River, as well as riverside dining, lodging, shopping, mountain bike rentals, lake kayaking, wilderness medicine training and our world famous Paddling School. There's something for everyone so come see for yourself why NOC is a legend in the outdoors! Root Hog Fishing Guide Service
Contact:
Dwight Pigman
Address:
1892 Hwy 28 N Almond, NC 28702
Phone 828-862-7958
We are a licensed fishing guide service with over 25 years of guide experience. We are available for 8, 6, and 4-hour fishing excursions for up to 4 people maximum per trip, 7 days a week, year-round. Call us for more information on available times and for reservations and scheduling information.
Fontana Guide Service
Contact:
Kyle Fronrath
Address:
3336 Balltown Rd Bryson City, NC 28713
Be our guest for lake fishing and sight-seeing on the beautiful waters of Lake Fontana in the Great Smoky Mountains. Day and night trips available with all tackle and equipment provided. Sit back in comfort on our spacious pontoon boat for a full or half day trip. Lodging packages available.
Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Catch-out Pond
Address:
3365 Cooper Creek Rd Bryson City, NC 28713
Phone 866-245-4500
Phone 828-488-2500
This full service trout farm offers all the amenities in a beautiful mountain setting that includes hiking trails, waterfalls, and picnic tables. No license required, no limit, and all fishing equipment is provided. Guided fishing tours are also available. Stay an hour or the entire day!
Rivers Edge Outfitters
Contact:
Eugene Shuler
Address:
1235 Seven Clans Lane Whittier, NC 28789
The Smokies largest flyshop and outfitters. Located in Cherokee NC near the Harrahs Casino. We offer the best gear and apparal; top brands such as Simms, Sage, Lamson, Scott, R.L. Winston, Hardy, and many others. Take a guided trip with our top level nationally ranked guides native to the mountain region. We offer a vast array of trips, classes, lodging and fishing packages. We have a special beginner class! All of your fishing licenses and tribal fishing permits for purchase.
Tumbling Waters Campground & Trout Pond
Address:
1612 Panther Creek Rd Almond, NC 28702
Located on Panther Creek, 1-1/2 miles off NC 28, between Bryson City and Fontana Dam. Trout farm. Free pole, bait and cleaning! Trout $3.00 per pound. Open March 16th to November 30th. Also a campground.
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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Nantahala National Forest offer hundreds of miles of spectacularly clear streams. Just a few minutes from Bryson City, the sparkling waters of Deep Creek are ripe for fly fishing, and many anglers enjoy the Nantahala River just west of town, particularly the section above the powerhouse on Wayah Road (pictured). 
If you prefer flat water fishing, Fontana Lake boasts one of the most diverse fish populations anywhere in the country. With depths of over 400 feet, many northern fish such as walleye, muskie and smallmouth bass are among favorites of local fishermen.
Below Fontana Dam on Highway 28, the Lewellyn Branch handicap accessible bank fishing pier and boat launch ramp facility offer fishermen access to Cheoah Lake on the Little Tennessee River.
