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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 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).
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
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.
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.
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.
Printable Bryson City Fishing Guide (pdf).
 

Fishing Guides, Outfitters and Trout Ponds in Bryson City, Cherokee and the North Carolina Smoky Mountains
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Smoky Mountain Outdoors Unlimited

1012 E. Alarka Rd.Bryson City, NC

828-488-9711
or 828-736-9471

Contact: Ronnie Parris

 

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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.

Nantahala Outdoor Center

13077 Hwy 19 W, Bryson City, NC 28713

828-488-6900
or 800-232-7238

Fax: 828-488-0301

 

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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!

Fontana Guide Service

3336 Balltown RoadBryson City,NC 28713

828-736-2318
or 828-488-9793

Contact: Kyle Fronrath

 

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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.

Endless River Adventures

PO Box 246, 14157 Hwy 19 W Bryson City, NC 28713

828-488-6199
or 800-224-RAFT

Fax: 828-488-2259

 

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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.

Up-Close Outfitters

15 Lazy Boy LaneLot B-8Hendersonville NC, 28792

828-273-0286

Contact: Frank Askew

 

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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.

Simonds Bait & Tackle Shop

1085 Main Street, Bryson City, NC 28713

828-488-6854

 

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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.

Fly Fishing the Smokies

Po Box 291Bryson City, NC 28713

828-488-7665
or 828-421-0172

Contact: Eugene Shuler

 

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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!

Root Hog Fishing Guide Service

1892 Hwy. 28NAlmond, NC 28702

828-862-7958

Contact: Dwight Pigman

 

 

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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.

Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Catch-out Pond

3365 Cooper Creek Rd.Bryson City, NC 28713

866-245-4500
or 828-488-2500

 

 

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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

1235 Seven Clans LaneWhittier NC, 28789

828-497-9300

Fax: 828-497-9339

Contact: Eugene Shuler

 

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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

1612 Panther Creek Road Almond, NC 28702

828-479-3814

 

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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.

Smoky Mountain Adventures, Inc.

828-736-7501

Contact: Steve Claxton

 

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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.

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Fly Fishing in the Mountains
Enjoy noted outdoorsman & author Jim Casada's accounts of fishing the Nantahala River, and "The Legend of Frank Young, Smoky Mountain Angler."
Both articles appear in the Tuckasegee Reader Tuckreader.com
 
Fishing
regulations
To
fish in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you must have
either a valid North Carolina or Tennessee fishing license.
You can purchase a basic North Carolina license for a period of
one day, three days or one year. The one-day cost for a resident
is $5 (non-resident is $10); one year is $15 (non-resident is $30). A 3-day non-resident fee is $15. If you plan to fish for trout outside the National
Park, an additional "trout stamp" is required at a cost
of $10 (both resident and non-resident). Some of the trout streams are strictly catch-and-release.
For more information about North Carolina fishing, go to Online
Fishing Regulations.
No
license is required to fish in Cherokee Reservation waters, however
a tribal permit is required. The cost is $10 per day; $17 for 2-day, $27 for 3-day, $47 for 5-day. Catch & Release Trophy Waters require an additional $75/year permit. Click here for more information, a list of locations in Cherokee that sell fishing permits or to purchase a permit online.
Need
a Fishing License?
Fishing licenses can be purchased
at the following Bryson City area businesses —
Almond Boat & RV Park
828-488-6423
Clampitt Hardware
828-488-2782
Simonds Bait and Tackle
828-488-6854
Rivers Edge Outfitters, Cherokee
828-497-9300

Fontana Village Resort, Fontana
828-498-2211
You may also purchase your NC fishing license online.

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Bryson City - Swain County
Chamber of Commerce
& Visitor Center
210 Main Street
P.O. Box 509
Bryson City, NC 28713

Email
Karen Proctor Wilmot
Executive
Director
800-867-9246 toll-free
828-488-3681 local
828-488-6858 fax

 
 
 

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