What flies are hatching on the Cataloochee Creek right now?

Current and seasonal hatches on the Cataloochee Creek include Blue-Winged Olive. 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 39.4 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 39.4 CFS at the Near Cataloochee gauge.

Cataloochee Creek Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Cataloochee Creek — Near Cataloochee

Fishable

39.4CFS

Discharge

2.18ft

Gauge Height

53.6°F

Water Temp

Updated 23 min agoView on USGS ↗

24-Hr Pressure

27.38 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Local Weather

64°FMainly clear

Wind 5 mph27.38 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

🌦️

Drizzle

61° / 48°

0.07"

Tomorrow

🌤️

Partly cloudy

66° / 48°

Tue

☁️

Overcast

71° / 48°

Wed

🌧️

Rain

64° / 55°

0.38"

Stable conditions — watch for afternoon hatches, especially BWOs on overcast stretches.

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.

8.6

Time of Day

Using: 39.4 CFS · 53.6°F · Midges and BWOs on mild afternoons. Post-spawn brookies recovering — fish gently. Cold water

What should I pack?

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

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Cataloochee Creek · November · Late Fall

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🟢 Active now at 53.6°F water

Blue-Winged Olive

🟡 Approaching — within 5°F of trigger range

Midge

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JanDec

Midges and BWOs on mild afternoons. Post-spawn brookies recovering — fish gently. Cold water, limited activity.

Blue-Winged OliveMidge

🟢 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.