Fishing Season: year round

Tellico River - TN

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Water Temp:

56

Dane Law's Tip of the Week

Watch water temps. Flows are a little low in the abscence of rain. Fish the stretches a litle more difficult to reach. Warmer temps below NC state line, but cooling daily now.

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Map of Tellico River

Water Flow Data

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Southeastern Anglers

5-Day Outlook as of 10/5/26

Big positive changes coming within the week. Lower water temps and weekend rain on the way, as well as the beginning of Delayed Havest season. Call Dane 770-655-9210. 10/05/2026

Techniques & Tips as of 10/5/26

Dry fly. Nymph fishing is working well also. Stealth is key on the lower flow days.

Local Species Available year round

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    Trout

Dane Law's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

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Dane Law's Recommended Gear

Description: About Tellico River

The Tellico river is one of the largest natural Freestone Trout streams in the southeast U.S. The river originates in the Nantahala National Forest of North Carolina and flows west into Tennessee as many rivers do on the western slope of the Southern Appalachians. The Tellico river is 18 miles long and the basin area including its tributaries offer a hundred miles of trout fishing. The area boasts catch and release fly fishing during delayed harvest and wild trout fishing on the tributaries.

Nearest Airport:

Knoxville, TN.

Hatches:

All major eastern aquatic insects are present. The mayfly season begins with drakes and quills, leading to hendrickson and duns. Stoneflies and caddis are always important.

Best Time to Fish:

early and late

Best Stretch:

North river to NC state line

Best Access:

Roadside access