North Carolina's Premier Trophy Trout Stream
Tucked away in the moutains behind Spruce Pine lies North Carolina's best kept fly fishing secret. With the opportunity to cast to 28 inch trout, there is no wonder why anglers call Big Rock Creek a little piece of heaven.
Big Rock Creek is a trophy trout stream maintained by ledendary river keeper Joe Willis. The club has over 4 miles of stream divided into several sections. Members have the opportunity to cast to 24+ inch fish on a regular basis. By keeping the membership count low, members have the opportunity to feel alone on the river. It is customary to fish an entire day without seeing another member.
The stream is maintained through yearly dues from it members. Joe keeps the river clean and free of debris. Trout are fed periodically to ensure they and healthy and do not migrate away from the club.
The stream provides many different types of water. There are riffles, plunge pools and flat slow moving sections providing varying types of casting and fly selection. Many large fish been caught equally on nymphs, streamers and dry flies.
Located only 2 1/2 hours from Charlotte, 1 1/2 hours from Asheville and Boone it is close enough to have a solid day’s fishing while still sleeping in your own bed.
Total Time to Spruce Pine, approx. 2 hours and 10 minutes from Charlotte Airport
Total Time to Spruce Pine, approx. 1 hours and 10 minutes from central Asheville