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Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide in North Carolina
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Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Guide
Enlist the expertise of Orvis—endorsed guide Dustin Coffey on your fly—fishing adventure in North Carolina:
"I was born and raised in the Globe area of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the river was, literally, my front yard, and the streams and creeks of Pisgah National Forest became my back yard. My grandfather would take me on his adventures and we would spend countless days fishing miles of untouched trout waters! This is where I learned the simple pleasures of how to find huckleberries and drink spring water through moss...and somewhere along the way grandpa taught me how to entice a trout into eating a chicken feather! From those days until today I have chased what lies beyond 'the next bend in the creek.' That passion for fly fishing has sustained me with increasing vigor over the past 36 years of fly fishing, 18 of which I spent professional guiding in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina and East Tennessee. Whether drifting down one of the many world—class tailwater fisheries or chasing brook trout on a wild freestone creek, I have the knowledge, expertise, and equipment to make your adventure a reality.
After speaking personally with each guest, our professional guides personalize each trip based on guests' experience levels, expectations, current water conditions, weather, and season to ensure not only the perfect fishing experience but to create memories that will last a lifetime. With our amazing natural resources, hospitality, local knowledge and experience, we offer year—round adventures that are ideal for families, groups, and team—building events! My goal is to make amazing memories for you and your family!
I pride myself on being able to meet your expectations, and that means to take you on the adventure that you want to experience, not just the trip your guide wants to take! With three world—class rivers to float, several private fishing locations, and miles and miles of public fishing, we will make sure that your adventure is one that keeps you coming back every year!"
Orvis is pleased to offer our travel customers access to two valuable services: Global Rescue travel membership and IMG Signature Travel Insurance℠.
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With the newest Orvis rods, reels, and flies, we only ask you to bring a good attitude and eye protection—and a raincoat. We can provide the rest, from waders, guides, transportation, and a great experience. You can bring your own gear OR save the hassle of traveling with all those extras and let us provide everything for your day on the water.
What you are looking for your adventure? If you are looking for something that will basically cover what we have to offer in our area, we would recommend a 9 ft 4-wt rod and we will let you know what flies to bring for the specific time of year you are coming! You can wear felt wading boots in the states of NC and TN. For cold weather, we recommend thermals, waders, wading boots, hats, gloves, extra-thick socks, and your thickest Buff. Think of fishing in upstate NY in the winter, just with mountains to help block the wind!
For all other fishing (spring-fall) you can dry wade and remember, we always have the gear if you forget or need anything!
We love to take your photo with that beautiful trout but if you would like pictures of the amazing wildlife, waterfalls, or Blue Ridge Parkway views, you may want to invest in a waterproof camera case.
"Like I always say, "The best time to go fishing is when YOU have the time!"
We are a year-round operation due to the highest-elevated waters East of the Mississippi. Anytime is great for private waters!!
June, July, and August: Recommended float trips or private waters adventures due to NC Wildlife Regulation "Catch and Keep" Fishing, making public waters more difficult to fish during those months. March, April, May is our world-renowned caddis hatch. May, June, and beginning of July is our incredibly edible sulphur hatch November and December is the best time to public water wade for wild, trophy trout.
Hungarian partridge are regularly found near abandoned structures in September and October. They often feed in harvested fields.
My specialty lies in catch-and-release rainbow, brown, spotted, and trophy trout, smallmouth bass and carp.
Private Trophy Waters: Trophy brown, rainbow, golden and brook trout measuring 16 inches and up! Private Walk n' Wade Waters: Wild native brook trout, 6 inches or smaller. Public Wade Waters: Stocked and wild brown, rainbow, spotted trout 6-14 inches (sometimes larger!) Float Trips: Wild and stocked rainbow, brown, spotted trout, and smallmouth bass eight inches and up!
With fishing locations starting at 3500 ft in elevation and up, we boast some of the best tailwaters east of the Mississippi! Offering year-round fly-fishing locations with cold trout waters that will make any angler giddy. In the spring, summer and fall, we are considered a temperate rainforest surrounded by awe-inspiring National Parks and Forests. Our winters make for great afternoon fishing trips and skiing vacations!
Summers and fall seasons (June-September) are the most temperate times of the year for us featuring lows in the 50s and highs in the upper 70s F.
Average temperatures for Blowing Rock range from the 20s to mid 40s in winter (December-February).
Spring can be fickle in the High Country at lows in the 30s and highs into the 60s, so dress in layers :). We will always tell you what we recommend to wear for your trip.
In the spring and summer we turn into a temperate rain forest with average monthly precipitation is about 6.5 inches with the highest precipitation occurring in March and the lowest in December.
Average hours of daylight in summer are 14, in winter about 9.4. Water temperatures range from 48 to 69 degrees.
Rates start from: $125.
Most of our fishing locations are available to everyone regardless of experience, mobility, and limitations. Fly fishing is about the experience as a whole and amazing self-awareness that encourages peace of mind. We are proud to work with organizations like Wounded Warrior and Project Healing Waters and are excited to show everyone that fly fishing can benefit them as well!
Yes, don’t let cold air or precipitation deter you! In fact, fishing during late fall, winter and early spring is considered some of the best fishing of the season. With fewer insects alive and active during colder temperatures, the fish are happy to bite at all the flies you throw.
A deposit in the amount of $150 per guide is due when the trip is booked. Trips canceled 14 days or more before the scheduled trip date will receive a full refund. Trips canceled within 14 days of the scheduled trip date will result in forfeiture of full deposit. All guides will happily accommodate guests in various weather conditions; however, we reserve the right to cancel or reschedule trips if we deem conditions unsafe. Guests whose trips are canceled by our guides will receive a full refund.
Yes, fishing licenses are required and may be purchased the day of your trip. Licenses can be purchased at Village Hardware in Blowing Rock, Walmart in Boone or at ncwildlife.org or at tn.gov/twra. Your guide can assist with this if you expect to arrive late.
The number varies based on whether you choose a wade trip versus a float trip. Guides prefer a ratio of 2 people per guide, so the number will depend on how many guides are available for a particular day and time. Of course we will do our very best to accommodate your needs based on your number of guests.
Dress for comfort and flexibility (jeans, t-shirts, flannel shirts, etc.) and, most importantly, in layers. We have a saying in the mountains: "If you don't like the weather, just wait 10 minutes." Your guide will provide the necessary equipment for your trip, including rain and snow gear. Please bring sunscreen and wear closed-toe shoes that have good traction, breathe easily and dry quickly after getting wet. Your guide will inform you of any particulars that may be needed pertaining to the season.
Most of our fishing locations do not have indoor facilities. If you require indoor facilities, please let us know when booking.
Pisgah National Forest connects to our backyard and features miles of hiking trails that also connect to Moses Cone National Park and their hiking trail systems, plus Moses Cone Manor.
Grandfather State Park and Animal Habitats offers a natural history museum and rescue animal park featuring cougar, black bear, otter, eagles, elk, etc.
Tweetsie Railroad is a wild west theme park for the little ones. Experience an original train ride through the mountains and see a wild west shoot out!
Boone Bike Park is our newly opened mountain bike park with trails offering different forms of difficulty.
Skiing: Appalachian, Sugar and Beech Ski Mountains are located within a short distance (winter hours only).
Appalachian State University offers summer events, concerts, and performances Tanger Shoppes on the Parkway offers shopping within walking distance of out property.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is the most visited National Park in the United States and has access on either side of Blowing Rock.
The Linville Viaduct is located about 30 minutes away and is one of the manmade wonders of the world.
High Gravity Climbing Tower offers a wonderful ropes climbing course for all ages.
Earth and Sky Rafting and Tubing Adventures.
Linville Caverns offer Spelunking and cave tours throughout the summer.