Fly Fishing
Transylvania Country (encompassing Brevard and Sylvan Habitat) is well known for its abundant fly-fishing opportunities. Brook, Brown, and Rainbow Trout can be found in the areas numerous streams-some accessible by automobile, some secluded inside the Pisgah National Forest or Dupont State Forest. North Carolina regulations provide for year-round catch-and-release fishing. A seven-trout catch limit is in effect from April through February.
Hatchery Supported Rivers in Transylvania County:
- Davidson River
- French Broad River
Recommended Wild Waters:
- Avery Creek
- Beetree Fork
- Cantrell Creek
- Cedar Rock Creek
- Coontree Creek
- Henry Branch
- Horse Cove Creek
- Horsepasture River
- King Creek
- Mills River
- Thrift Cove Creek
- Whitewater River
