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Rock Creek- Chattahoochee National Fish Hatchery location
Phone: 706-838-4723
http://www.fws.gov/chattahoocheeforest/
4730 Rock Creek Road
Suches, GA 30572
Rock Creek is a National fish hatchery location in the Chattahoochee National Forest. They release 324,000 rainbow trout into the stream annually along with 460,000 other fish. Rock Creek is a trophy trout stream and fly fishing is highly recommended if you wish to catch large trout but certainly not required. Rock Creek is only open certain times of year and has strict limitations on the type of license required and limits allowed so please call the national forest service with any questions ahead of time. When you arrive at the hatchery, you can fish there or park your car along Rock Creek Road at the various shoulders and walk down to fish.
Welch’s Guide Service
http://www.northgafishingguide.com/
P.O Box 933
McCaysville, Ga 30555
Welcome to Welch’s Guide Service! We are located roughly 85 miles north of Atlanta in Blue Ridge, GA. We have access to over eight different lakes in three different states (North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee). Our fishing guides are licensed Captains and can get you hooked on Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, spotted bass, Striper and Hybrids, which are all native to the North Georgia area. Two of the lakes in which we serve, Lake Chickamauga and Lake Burton, are national ranked big bass fisheries. Take a gander around the site and select the “booking” feature when you’re ready to hit the water!
Welch’s Guide Service provides a large selection for fishers everywhere. Guiding over 8 different lakes in three different states. Welch’s Guide Services will offer two different types of boats too. Their fishing guides are licensed guides that can get you hooked on one of the native fish in the North Georgia Mountains.
Horseshoe Bend Park
1156 River Road
Mineral Bluff, GA 30559
Horseshoe Bend Park is a perfect spot to take the family for a day of fishing and family fun. This park has several easy access points to the river for conventional and fly fishing. It also features 2 pavilions, a gazebo, restrooms, 2 playgrounds, horseshoe pits, voleyball nets, and more. This particular area of the lower Toccoa River is stocked and rainbow trout are plentiful. Drop a line in and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Blue Ridge mountains. This is a public fishing area and no fee is required. A Georgia issued fishing license is required to fish legally.
Call in advance for water-release information 1-800-238-2264.
Below Blue Ridge Dam
Below Blue Ridge dam is a public fishing area on the lower portion of the Toccoa River. This are is just minutes from Blue Ridge, just 1 mile from Lakewood Highway. There is no fee required. You must have a Georgia fishing license to fish legally.
Call in advance for water-release information 1-800-238-2264.
Fine Bamboo Oyster Fly Rods
494 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Fine Bamboo Oyster Fly Rods is a family business located in Downtown Blue Ridge. They offer custom fly rods and bamboo fly rod making classes. Supplying an assortment of traditionally styled reels, lines, and accessories. For more about their story check out their website.
Blue Ridge Dam
Blue Ridge Dam is a great place to try your hand at a little lake fishing. It is located on the well known Lake Blue Ridge, which is famous for is population of walleye, large and smallmouth bass, brim, catfish, trout, and more. This is a public fishing area that requires no fee. You must have a Georgia issued fishing license to fish legally.
Backwoods Fishing Guide
Full time guide service on Carters Lake . Owner and Capt. Jeremy Mullinax has over a decade of experience guiding on Carters Lake We offer 5 , 6 and 8 hour trips for Striped Bass , Hybrid Bass , Spotted Bass , and Walleye. Our 23’ Carolina Skiff can accommodate up to 5 people and is fully equipped with top notch equipment such as Min Kota , Lowrance , Driftmaster , Suzuki , Shimano , and Okuma. Carters Lake is located in the beautiful North Georgia mountains between Gilmer and Murray County and is known for producing TROPHY fish of all species .
Tri-State and Outdoors
https://www.facebook.com/tri.state.outdoors.blueridge
8202 Appalachian Hwy
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Conveniently located near the Toccoa River and Lake Blue Ridge, Tri-State Outdoors is your one stop shop for all of your fishing needs! They sell fishing poles, gears, bait (live and packaged), fishing license, and more. If you need fishing supplies for your next fishing trip in Blue Ridge, this is the place for you.
Tammen Park
Right below the dam on Lake Blue Ridge, you will find Tammen Park, which sits right at the mouth of the lower section of the Toccoa River. There is great fly fishing and conventional fishing here, especially for rainbow trout! It’s a great place to take the entire family. When the kids get done fishing, they can play in the park and have a picnic. This is a public fishing area and no fee is required. A Georgia issued fishing license is required to fish legally. Call in advance for water-release information 1-800-238-2264.
Lake and Stream Guide Service
449 River St, Ellijay, GA 30540
Lake & Stream Guide Service is a year round professional fishing guide service based in Ellijay, GA. We offer personally tailored guided trips on Carters Lake, Lake Blue Ridge, Lake Nottely, the Coosawattee River, the Toccoa River tailwater and a number of trophy-managed private trout streams throughout the region.Lake & Stream specializes in catching BIG fish on light tackle. Safety and client comfort are paramount for us. Our mission is to provide every client a fun-filled day of fishing, while experiencing the beauty of the North Georgia area lakes and streams.
Float North Georgia
Phone: 678-215-8604
Float North Georgia provides year-round guided fly fishing float trips on the Toccoa River in Blue Ridge, Georgia. We offer fly fishing lessons as well as half-day and full-day trips (lunch included). Our trips are perfect for anglers of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned fishermen. We take pride in delivering the best fly fishing experience North Georgia has to offer.
Fly Fish Blue Ridge
Phone: 706-455-5640
https://www.flyfishblueridge.com/
Fly Fish Blue Ridge is a full guide service on private water. We practice catch and release. We provide all equipment including waders, boots, rods, flies, and instruction. We offer year-round, half-day wading trips on our beautiful private trophy streams. Whether you are a beginner looking for your first fly fishing outing or a seasoned expert, we cater to your every need and want. We take you to fish on the very best water for the very best fish in North Georgia – and remember that Fannin County is the Trout capital of Georgia!
Cohutta Fishing Company
Phone: 706-946-3044
490 E. Main Street Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Located in Blue Ridge, Georgia—at the center of one of the greatest trout fisheries in the world, Cohutta Fishing Company provides unmatched fishing expertise to fuel the unforgettable fishing experience. Visit our store, in town or online, stocked with only the best field-tested gear, attend one of our fly-fishing or fly-tying classes, or travel locally or abroad with our seasoned guides for a destination fishing trip.
Toccoa River Outfitters Fly Shop and Guide
Phone: 706-258-8218
https://toccoariveroutfitters.com
252 W. Main Street Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Toccoa River Outfitters & Fly Shop is a family run business based in Blue Ridge, Georgia, We specialize in fly fishing on the Toccoa River and throughout North Georgia, offering guided trips, a fully stocked fly shop, and up to date fishing reports.