Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
70
Orvis Greenville's Tip of the Week
It’s time to start planning your Fall Fishing!!! Dust off the gear and stock up on flies, tippet and any other needs. This is also a great time to explore new places you want to try this fall. Stop by the shop if you have questions on gear or local water.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 8/18/25
Not as hot, however, rain chances continue this week. Time to start fishing smaller creeks in the higher elevations and the headwaters. Or, do yourself a favor and check out the SC Black Bass Slam! Did you know that the Chattooga is home to a native species of Bass? It’s called the Bartam’s Bass.
Techniques & Tips as of 8/18/25
Dry / dropper rigs are effective for trout (PMX dry & Copper John) Bass and Bluegill in ponds and lakes remain active with top water (poppers and hoppers) and streamers (Bass Bully’s, Wooly Buggers, Clousers) fished around structure and points early and late.
Local Species Available Year round
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Rainbow
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Brown
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Brook hatchery supported and wild trout along with native Bartram's bass.
Orvis Greenville's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Chernobyl Ant | Tan | 10-14 |
Hopper | Green | 10-12 |
Adams Parachute Dry Fly | Grey | 12-18 |
TH Duracell Jig | Purple | 14 |
Pat's Rubber Legs | Brown, Black, Golden | 8-12 |
Acticulated Streamers | Brown, Olive, Black, | 04-12 |
Shaky Worm | Red | 14 |
Fly Formerly Known As Prince | Natural | 12-18 |
Eggstasty Egg | chartreuse | 12-16 |
Crawdad | Natural | 06-10 |
Chernobyl Ant
This foam ant and hopper fly is great as an indicator with any type of nymph hanging below it.
2.99
Item #90H6
Orvis Greenville's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line