Rivers Edge Outfitters
280 Oak Avenue
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828.765.FISH


Whether you're a beginner looking to catch your first trout on a fly or an expert in search of challenging wild browns, River’s Edge Outfitters has the expertise to make your trip a success.

Rivers Edge Outfitters
Rates and Trips



New Lower Rates!
River's Edge Outfitters now offers trips to our exclusive 2 mile trophy section allowing us to reduce our rates and drop our rod fees. River's Edge Outfitters manages these private waters and that we have browns and rainbows up 30 inches and 8 pounds.
Half Day Local Wade Trip
1 Person $160
2 People $220
Lunch and NC License not included

Full Day Local Wade Trip
1 Person $225
2 People $300
Shore lunch provided, NC license not included

Half Day Local Private Trophy Water Wade Trip
1 Person $200
2 People $300
Lunch and NC License not included

Full Day Local Private Trophy Water Wade Trip
1 Person $275
2 People $400
Species Available Trophy Rainbow and Brown Trout
Average Fish 16-18 inches
Trophy Fish 23-28 inches
Shore lunch provided, NC license not included

Full Day Tennessee Tail Water Wade Trip
1 Person $275
2 People $350
Shore lunch provided, TN license not included.
Full Day only on the South Holston and Watauga Rivers.

Full Day Tennessee Tail Water Float Trip
1 Person $350
2 People $350
Shore lunch provided, TN license not included.
The South Holston and the Watauga tail waters are best known as some of the most famous and complex trout fisheries in the Southeast. A trip to these rivers is a full day trip and includes a remarkable shore lunch.

Full Day Nolichucky or French Broad Smallmouth Float Frip
1 Person $350
2 People $350
Shore lunch provided, TN license not included.
Full Day only on the "Chucky", as the locals call it.


Typically we will leave the shop around 7am and return between 7 and 8 pm. These rivers offer you a great opportunity at latching onto trophy Brown and Rainbow trout on public water. It’s an experience you’ll not soon forget.

We fish year round on these waters, with some of the largest trout being caught during the winter months.

Located in Spruce Pine,NC between Asheville and Boone, River’s Edge Outfitters is a full service fly shop and fly fishing guide service uniquely situated near some of the finest trout streams in the Southeast.

The North Toe River flows right behind our fly shop, providing back-door access for those who want to try out a new rod, learn to cast, or fish in one of our delayed harvest catch and release streams.


Local Half Day Wade Trip

Our local wade trips take place on both wild and hatchery supported/delayed harvest trout streams and rivers here in Western NC. Some the most pristine waters in the country provide you the opportunity to catch rainbows, browns and wild brook trout. This trip is perfect for the beginner or someone who can’t spend the whole day on the water.

Our guides are all experienced on these waters and are willing to spend as much time as needed with fly fishing instruction. Lunch can be requested….fishing license not included.

Local Full Day Wade Trip

Our full day local wade trips take place on wild and hatchery supported/delayed harvest trout streams. However these trips allow our guide to take you to places that could not be reached with the time allowed on a half day trip. You will also be able to fish an assortment of great locations if the conditions allow.

We leave the shop around 8am and will return about 6:30pm. Shore lunch is provided on thes trips, along with any fishing tackle and equipment you will need. Fishing license is not included. We’ll let you know what to bring when you call to reserve your trip.

Fish public or private waters

Our “ private Waters” offer guaranteed solitude and the chance to catch trophy-sized trout (up to 28 inches) in a pristine mountain stream environment. The popular North Toe River is just minutes away, offering catch-and-release/delayed-harvest regulations and healthy fish populations from October through June.

If that isn't enough, there are hundreds of miles of coldwater streams within a 30-minute drive of our shop: the French Broad, the South Holston, the Watauga, the Nolichucky, and the South Toe River are all just a short drive from the shop; and miles of remote brook trout streams are located minutes from Historic Downtown Spruce Pine.

Fishing our private waters offers a true trophy fishing experience. Anglers can expect to find fish sipping midges in the slicks, gorging on nymphs in the riffles, and chasing bait fish in long deep holes.

If you have always dreamed of catching a large trout in a unique mountain setting our trophy waters are for you.

These fisheries are not for the faint of heart. Imagine 25 plus inch fish jumping and running through long, still waters…there’s no better place to be. Trout fishing the way it’s supposed to be! Make your reservation today. info@flyshopnc.com

Nolichucky River Fishing

From its origin in North Carolina at the confluence of the Toe and Cane Rivers, the "Chucky", as the locals call it, comes out of the rugged mountains of Western North Carolina into the quiet town of Erwin, Tennessee. Our trips begin from here and work their way down river towards Limestone, Tennessee. From the town of Erwin, the river changes character significantly.

The Chucky goes from being a fast flowing narrow gorge to wider softer flowing water and continues towards the French Broad River. The Nolichucky offers anglers the ability to encounter trophy smallmouth, large trout and the occasional musky. Seasons, weather and water levels dictate which section of the river your trip will be on. The Nolichucky contends with any smallmouth bass river for its mountain views and excellent fishing.

Fly fishing is a great sport for all ages

Whether you're a beginner looking to catch your first trout on a fly or an expert in search of challenging wild browns, River’s Edge Outfitters has the expertise to make your trip a success.
We also host smallmouth float fishing trips from early spring through late fall, with most of our fisherman catching 50 plus smallies per trip!

If you're looking for a great fly fishing trip be sure to give us a call! 828.765.FISH (3474) or email info@flyshopnc.com.

NC Fishing License Info (Inland Fishing)


Nonresident 10 Day (includes trout stamp) $20
Nonresident annual (includes trout stamp) $40
Resident 10 Day (includes trout stamp) $15
Resident annual (includes trout stamp) $20
Resident Lifetime(includes trout stamp) $250
Additional rod fee per person $50

NC fishing licenses are available at the shop or you can purchase them online by going to www.ncwildlife.org or by calling 1-888-248-6834 M-F 8-5pm.



TN Fishing License Info

Tennessee fishing license are available on line by going to www.state.tn.us/twra/ and purchase your license.

Home   :   About Us   :   Guided Fly Fishing Trips   :   Our Guides   :   Private Waters   :   River Map
Rates & Trips   :   Fishing Report   :   Photo Gallery   :   Mailing List   :   Contact Us   :   Site Map
© Rivers Edge Outfitters 2008 all rights reserved
280 Oak Avenue Spruce Pine, NC 28777
828.765.FISH