Smallmouth Bass Float Fishing Trip in Blue Ridge Mountains
Float-fish for smallmouth bass with a guide on an 8-hour river trip
Duration
8 Hours
Ideal For
Up to 2 people
Includes
Guide, raft, rods and reels
Highlights
Spend a full day on an outfitted raft as your guide rows you downriver to target hard-fighting smallmouth bass on the French Broad River valley or nearby waters. Fish with flies and light tackle, with time for an included lunch break.
- Float downriver in an inflated raft set up for fishing
- Cast for smallmouth bass along shoal lines, covered banks, and deep cuts
- Fish with a mix of flies and light-tackle spinning rods
- Learn techniques and get positioning help from a guide at the oars
- Take a break with about an hour set aside for lunch
What's Included
- Guide
- Inflated raft outfitted for fishing
- Rods and reels
- Waders
- Wading boots
Things to know
You need a valid North Carolina Inland fishing license (10-day or annual). The guide may choose a different river than the French Broad River based on current conditions.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 7+ days before: full refund. Cancel 3–6 days before: no refund of 50% deposit. Cancel less than 3 days before or no-show: no refund; card on file charged full trip cost. Full refund if operator cancels due to electrical storm, high water, or air/water temps.
FAQs
Yes. Bring a valid North Carolina Inland fishing license (10-day or annual). Do not purchase the Mountain Heritage license.
Headwaters Outfitters provides waders, wading boots, and rods and reels. You can bring your own gear if you prefer.
Bring a hat, polarized sunglasses, a rain jacket, sunscreen, comfortable socks, and a change of dry clothes.
Meeting details
Headwaters Outfitters
