Fishing Hotspots
Winter trout wisdom
Anglers can catch plenty of trout in the mountains of North Carolina throughout December with these tips. […]
Mountain Trout
Fishing Hotspots
Trout tricking
November brings cooling weather and water temperatures, and heats up the mountain trout. […]
Columns
Oldies but goodies still work great for trout
Some of the oldest trout flies tied in this part of the country are still some of the best on trout waters in the high country of the Carolinas. […]
Features
Carolina backcountry trout
For some fun wild trout action, head to the Pisgah National Forest in western North Carolina. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Fall is for trout
The Davidson and Chattooga rivers offer excellent trout fishing in October. […]
Mountain Trout
NC Delayed Harvest Trout Season begins Oct. 1
North Carolina’s Delayed Harvest Trout Season begins Oct. 1 and runs through June 5, 2026. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Transition trout
Cooler weather moves in to WNC in September, prompting hot trout action. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Jocassee’s summer trout
Escape the sweltering heat at Lake Jocassee, where the trout fishing is unbeatable, even in the heat of summer. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Hot for trout
July is a hot month, but it’s not too hot to catch mountain trout at these Carolina hotspots. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Catch ‘em on the Chauga
The Chauga River in South Carolina’s Upstate region is an often overlooked hotspot for trout. […]