Fishing In The North Georgia Mountains And Around Helen

The North Georgia mountains are full of fishing hot spots.The Chattahoochee River is open year round to accommodate trout fishing enthusiasts. The river is full of twelve to fourteen inch rainbow and brown trout and is perfect for wade fishing. You can fish anywhere on the river but many guests have found venturing north to the Chattahoochee Wildlife Management Area much less crowded. There are few restrictions on the Chattahoochee with no limits on the types of hooks and bait used except the prohibition of using live minnows.

For some of the best fishing in Georgia, whether for bass or for trout, discover some of the fishing hot spots on the Taccoa, Dukes Creek, Smith Lake, or the Soque river. If you're up for something different, you could try stand-up paddle-board fly fishing. Explore where you can fish around Helen, Georgia and while in your the area, be sure to stay in one of our fishermen friendly cabins.

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North Georgia Fishing Hot Spots (Near Helen)

If you're looking to catch some trout and other fish, you'll need to know where to go. We've got a list of the top locations to make the most of your north Georgia fishing trip. Click the button below to get going.


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Georgia Fishing License Locations, Requirements & Information

If you're interested in fishing in North Georgia, you'll need to pick up your license. Click the button below to view our comprehensive guide on where to buy, the cost involved, and some additional resources.


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Fly Fishing Tips For Fishing Around Helen Georgia

If you're planning to fish around Helen, we've got some tips and advice to help you plan for a successful fishing trip. Click the button below to get started.


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Fly-Fishing The Soque Where The Big Fish Are Within Casting Distance

There's an uncommon place to land the largest trout in the state. It's called the Soque, and it currently holds the state record for the largest Rainbow trout. Click the read more button to explore this place.


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Insights On Fly Fishing Dukes Creek Near Helen Georgia

Are you looking for a nice small creek with a fishing challenge? We've got the spot for you in Duke's Creek. Read more below to explore this fishing spot.


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Fly Fishing The Upper & Lower Toccoa River For Trout

The Taccoa river has two sections, one below and one above Blue Ridge Lake. This fishing destination is about an hour's drive from Helen Georgia. Read the article to learn how to fish this fishery.


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Stand Up Paddle Fly-Fishing In Helen Georgia

Stand Up Paddle Fishing is a new sport with huge advantages to traditional fishing approaches. Read more to explore how you can leverage these to catch the big one.


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