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| Davidson River |
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| If you are looking for challenging fly-fishing, this
river has all the right components. Located in Transylvania county,
just west of Brevard, the Davidson ranges in size from a medium-sized
creek to a floatable river. The regulated portion begins at the confluence
of Avery Creek and continues downstream. Other small tributaries, such as
Looking Glass Creek, offer anglers superb opportunities to cast to wild
fish that are very wary of a poor presentation.
The river includes a catch and release, fly fishing only section and
holds some trophy trout for the experienced angler. Most of these fish
are very accustomed to fishermen as well as the flies they try to pawn
as naturals. General patterns typically do not produce, though presentation
is certainly more important to these educated fish. Accessibility is not
limited, as parking is available on the roadside at consistent intervals.
This area also includes one of the State's fish hatcheries and a wildlife
education center. Included in Orvis's ranking as one of the top 100 trout
streams in the country. Spectacular hatches occur here in the warmer months.
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Brevard, NC |
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Brook, Brown, Rainbow |
| Fishability: |
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Fairly easy, 8 foot or less rod, 4 or 5 weight. |
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