Tuckasegee River Fly Fishing

About The Tuckasegee River

Nestled in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina lies the Tuckasegee River with some of the states best fly fishing. We offer Guided Fly Fishing Float Trips on both the Bryson City and Sylva, North Carolina stretches of this river during North Carolina’s Delayed Harvest Season (Oct 1 – Jun 1).

The Tuckasegee is very beginner friendly but offers shots at some truly large fish during the winter months. Book a guided Tuckasegee River fly fishing trip and enjoy a day in the smokies with on of our expert Fly Fishing Guides!

Tuckasegee River Fly Fishing Hatch Chart

The Tuckasegee River has a lot of insect life in it. You’ll find a good population of BWO’s that start hatching in early February and lasts throughout April. Caddisflies are heavily present as well. Most of the caddisfly species here fall under the Cinnamon Caddisfly. Imitations of all life cycles of this fly will work well. These hatch from May until about November.

If you’re fishing during the winter throughout early spring, midges are your go to fly for this season. Streamers work most any time here, and there are some terrestrial patterns like ants, beetles and grasshoppers that will be heavily present from mid June until about September.

If you’re booking a trip with us though, you don’t have to worry about fly selection. Our experienced guides will take of that for you!

About Our Tuckasegee River Fishing Trips

If you're looking for a great fly fishing experience, the Tuckasegee River is the perfect place to come. We offer a variety of different trip options to suit your needs, whether you're looking for a half-day trip or a full-day excursion. Our experienced guides will ensure that you have a successful and enjoyable trip, catching plenty of fish along the way. The Tuckasegee River is home to a variety of wild and stocked brown, rainbow and brook trout. Contact us today to book your trip and start planning your fly fishing adventure on the Tuckasegee River!