Fishing Season: Year round

Chattooga River - SC

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

70

Orvis Greenville's Tip of the Week

UPDATE!!! The Andrew Pickens and Enoree Ranger Districts in the Sumter National Forest have reopened certain areas in their districts. Some areas remain closed in the Andrew Pickens district, as listed below: Russell Farmstead Riley Moore Falls Trail Lower portion of the Brasstown Falls Trail (below the first viewing platform) Cherry Hill Campground Whetstone Horse Camp The Long Cane Ranger District remains closed. Be aware that the area has weakened trees and damage points along trails and Forest Service roads. The Hwy 28 section of the Chattooga River corridor would be your best bet if visiting this area. Streamers, nymphs and pheasant tails would be good place to start.

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Map of Chattooga River

Water Flow Data

Tidal Conditions

5-Day Outlook as of 10/14/24

As an alternative, look for your local ponds and lakes for Bass and Bluegill action.

Techniques & Tips as of 10/14/24

Streamers, nymphs (Copper Johns and pheasant tails) are effective for trout. Bass and Bluegill in ponds and lakes remain active with top water (poppers) 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):
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

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Orvis Greenville's Recommended Gear

Description: About Chattooga River

The crown jewel of trout fishing in South Carolina is the Wild & Scenic Chattooga River. This is where "Deliverance" was filmed and it's just as untamed today as when Burt Reynolds canoed it. 15 minutes of walking from access points could put you in a prime spot where you won't hear or see another soul all day. 34°58'16.71"N, 83° 6'52.59"W is a public parking lot for the Burrel's Ford Campground.There is a short, easy, hike to the campground and river. The beauty of the Chattooga is it's choose-your-own-adventure style terrain. There is a great trail system here with multiple easy access points. The river is pretty easy wading for the most part but if you're feeling froggy, you can get your heart pumping in plenty of places. The fishing can be great here. It can also humble the most seasoned of anglers at times.

Nearest Airport:

Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport

Hatches:

Caddis Sulphur Stonefly Midges Streamers

Best Time to Fish:

Dawn and dusk.

Best Stretch:

Burrells Ford Upstream

Best Access:

Burrells Ford or Hwy 28 Delayed Harvest section.