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 56.8 CFS at the Near Cataloochee gauge. Readings update every 15 minutes from the USGS Water Services API.

Is the Cataloochee Creek fishable today?

Cataloochee Creek is rated marginal right now. Flow is 56.8 CFS at the Near Cataloochee gauge. Go in prepared — heavier tippet, cautious wading, or target edges and seams.

Cataloochee Creek Fly Fishing Conditions

Live Conditions

Cataloochee Creek — Near Cataloochee

Marginal

56.8CFS

Discharge

2.20ft

Gauge Height

65.8°F

Water Temp

Updated 43 min agoView on USGS ↗

24-Hr Pressure

27.4 inHg · → High/stable

Falling (good)RisingHigh/stable

Voluntary Catch-and-Release Advisory

Water temperature is at or above 65°F. At these temperatures trout are physiologically stressed and have a higher post-release mortality rate. Consider waiting for cooler conditions — early morning or evening — or choosing a tailwater with regulated temperatures.

Local Weather

84°FOvercast

Wind 7 mph27.4 inHg Low & stable

Tough conditions — fish deep

Today

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Mainly clear

85° / 64°

Tomorrow

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Overcast

85° / 65°

Sat

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Overcast

85° / 68°

Sun

🌧️

Rain showers

77° / 65°

0.45"

Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.

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: 56.8 CFS · 65.8°F · Fall BWOs

What should I pack?

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

🪰 Hatch Calendar

Cataloochee Creek · September · Early Fall

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⚪ No tracked hatches in active range at 65.8°F — browse the calendar below for seasonal activity

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JanDec

Fall BWOs (size 18-20). Last terrestrials. Brookie pre-spawn aggression. RESPECT REDDS. Elk rutting in the meadows — beautiful month.

Blue-Winged OliveTerrestrials

🟢 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.