Nantahala River Fishing near Bryson City, North Carolina

Nantahala River is a stream located just 7.4 miles from Bryson City, in Swain County, in the state of North Carolina, United States, near Almond, NC. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including rainbow trout and brown trout here. Whether you’re spinning, baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Nantahala River. Alternate names for this stream include Nantehalah River.

Join us as we discuss the North Carolina Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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