• Watauga South Holston river Brown trout fly fishing
  • south holston watauga river sulfur dry fly fishing
  • ncwrc wild trout river fly fishing
  • nolichucky french broad smallmouth bass fly fishing
  • crawfish smallmouth fly pattern

experience asheville.

on the fly.

All roads out of Asheville lead to water. Spend a day with a professional guide chasing trophy tailwater trout or epic freestone smallmouth bass on the best freshwater fisheries in the southeast. All within an hours drive from downtown.

We’re proud to say that when you’re on our boat, you’re with the hardest working guides on the river.

GUIDED TRIPS

Client Reviews

  • My sister and I always dreamed about learning how to fly fish but never had a chance until recently. We went out on half day float down the Watauga with Matt as our guide and could not have had a better time! Matt was a knowledgable and patient teacher, the river was gorgeous, and we encountered a ton of trout! Highlight of the trip was winning an epic battle with a monster rainbow trout

    Ali, Watauga River

  • You don't have to go far for world class trophy trout fishing! My son and I fished with our guide Matt, over a 3 day period and had the time of our lives. He knew where and when to put us on the fish. Matt is "not " a set it and forget it guide. He was constantly looking at the changing conditions, searching for the right patterns, and getting us on the right locations to maximize our opportunity to catch huge fish!

    Ford and Liam, Watauga River

  • I am 77 and wife is 74 and she has never been fishing. We spent a day float fishing for smallmouth bass and had one of the best days one could imagine. The river and surrounding areas were beautiful. Matt, our guide, was so knowledgeable, a great teacher, very patient, and just fun to be around. My wife caught her first fish, we had a great lunch on the river bank, and learned so much about fishing.

    David and Nancy, Nolichucky River

  • I have fished with many guides in my lifetime. Matt ranks among the best. He was excellent in assuring that we had a great trip. He knew the waters and was extremely cordial and patient. I would highly recommend him for a guided trip.

    Lloyd, Nolichucky River

  • Matt is personable, professional and highly proficient at his trade. i recommend him and his outfit to anyone looking to make the most of their day on the water.

    Waylon, Tuckaseegee River

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