| We are pleased to offer the following Fly Fishing Tour packages. Due to the wide diversity of fly fishing in this area, we are able to present two entirely unique experiences. Please contact us in advance for best scheduling. | |
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Walk and Wade Telliquah Outfitters’ “Walk and Wade” tour options are numerous in our surrounding Tellico Corridor. Current water conditions and time of year help determine the best destination. Your licensed guide (first-aid and CPR certified) may likely introduce you to our “back country”, fishing for natives, including Brook Trout. In these waters, the rare probability of catching Brown, Rainbow, and Brook trout in one trip – our “Grand Slam” – is a realistic goal. |
Guided “Walk and Wade” on the North River |
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Anglers need to provide a Tennessee Fishing license with trout stamp. We recommend you also bring sunscreen, a hat and polarized sunglasses, along with your fly fishing gear.
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| Drift Boat Trips
Our partners Southeastern Anglers are your guides for Drift Boat Trips on the nearby Hiwassee River, 25 miles from the Telliquah Outfitters shop. Water quality in the Hiwassee River is exceptionally high, and its constant water temperatures provide for year-round trout fishing. The Hiwassee is Tennessee’s most scenic tailwater, with most of the upper river running through the Cherokee National Forest. The river is wide (in some places over 200 yards), with dramatic variations in its depth and current determined by the water flow from the turbines at the Powerhouse below Apalachia Dam. |
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The most popular drift boat trip is from the Apalachian Powerhouse to the town of Reliance, which is six miles, provides for a full day of good fishing. This upper section of the Hiwassee boasts all major aquatic eastern insect hatches. Midge, caddis, stonefly and many mayfly species are present. This section is famous for its sulfur hatch in May and its Isonynchia in the summertime. The upper section of the Hiwassee also includes a 3-mile trophy section (artificial lures and flies only, 2 fish creel limit of 14” minimum length), established in January 1986. |
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The Hiwassee is a complex and interesting river, with drops, shoals, islands, and big bends. Southeastern Anglers’ guided float fishing trips use McKenzie drift boats. They are the Cadillacs of the river, and the best way to fly fish in first class comfort. All guided trips feature experienced professional fishing guides, well versed in the Hiwassee’s complex personalities; top of the line, impeccably maintained boats and equipment; deluxe shore lunch, drinks and snacks.
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