What flies are hatching on the Cataloochee Creek right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Cataloochee Creek include Quill Gordon, Hendrickson, Sulphur. Use the AI Hatch Advisor on this page for a live, temperature-aware recommendation.

What's the current flow on the Cataloochee Creek?

The Cataloochee Creek is running at 103 CFS at the Near Cataloochee gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Cataloochee Creek fishable today?

Yes — Cataloochee Creek is rated fishable right now. Current flow is 103 CFS at the Near Cataloochee gauge.

Cataloochee Creek Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Cataloochee Creek — Near Cataloochee

Fishable

103CFS

Discharge

2.55ft

Gauge Height

63.1°F

Water Temp

Updated 41 min agoView on USGS ↗

24-Hr Pressure

27.29 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

79°FMainly clear

Wind 3 mph27.29 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

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Overcast

79° / 66°

Tomorrow

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Rain showers

81° / 64°

0.09"

Wed

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Rain

77° / 65°

1.38"

Thu

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Thunderstorm

76° / 64°

0.71"

Weather by Open-Meteo · No API key · Updated every 30 min

What should I fish today?

⚡ AI

AI-powered recommendation using today's live flow, temperature, and hatch data.

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Time of Day

Using: 103 CFS · 63.1°F · Terrestrial peak. Sparse hatches midday — brookies stay opportunistic on attractor dries

What should I pack?

Rod, flies, tippet, and safety gear specific to today's Cataloochee Creek conditions.

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Cataloochee Creek · August · Late Summer

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⚪ No tracked hatches in active range at 63.1°F — browse the calendar below for seasonal activity

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JanDec

Terrestrial peak. Sparse hatches midday — brookies stay opportunistic on attractor dries (Stimulator, Royal Wulff). Best month for wilderness solitude.

Terrestrials

🟢 Active · 🟡 Approaching · ⚪ Seasonal only

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About Cataloochee Creek

Cataloochee Creek flows through one of the most remote and beautiful valleys in Great Smoky Mountains National Park — wild elk roam the meadows, historic homesteads stand in the forest, and native brook trout and wild rainbows hold in every pool. A bucket-list destination for anglers who want wilderness and wild fish.

Quill GordonHendricksonSulphurYellow SallyLight CahillBlue-Winged OliveMidge

Regulations

Great Smoky Mountains National Park regulations: artificial lures only, single hook only, all brook trout must be released, 7-inch minimum on rainbow. Valid NC fishing license required. Long drive on an unpaved road — plan accordingly.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Cataloochee Creek with more confidence.