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Hunting and Fishing
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The Forest Service, in cooperation with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, manages both land and water for fish and wildlife. The Forest Service manages the habitat while the Commission manages the populations along with hunting/fishing regulations. Before heading out on a hunting or fishing trip, it is highly recommended that you obtain and read the latest version of the hunting/fishing regulations for license information and localized rules.
Wilson Creek is one of the best fishing destinations in the region. The portion of Wilson Creek on National Forest lands in Avery County is considered catch and release – artificial lures only. From the Avery County line to Philips Branch is classified as wild trout waters. In wild waters, each person may catch and keep four trout with a minimum size limit of seven inches. Lures are restricted to those with one single hook. From Philips Branch to Brown Mtn. Beach Dam, about 6.5 miles, is classified as hatchery-supported waters and is regularly stocked by the Wildlife Resources Commission. In hatchery-supported waters, each person may catch and keep seven trout with no size limit. There is also no lure restriction.
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