Fishing in North Georgia
Fannin County is the Trout Capital of Georgia. When you vacation in Blue Ridge, GA, there are plenty of opportunities for trout fishing as well as Lake Blue Ridge fishing.
Best North Georgia Fishing Cabins
Check out waterfront cabin rentals on the Toccoa River, Noontootla Creek, or Fightingtown Creek for private river access.
Almost half of our luxury Blue Ridge cabin rental portfolio is on or near North Georgia's famed rivers and streams, providing optimal year-round fishing. If you stay at any of our Toccoa River cabins, you have easy access to the Toccoa River, near the historic Cherokee Indian Fish Trap.
Toccoa River - The River's Edge, A Rolling River Cabin, Fallen Timber Lodge, Outlaw Ridge, Riverview Lodge
Noontootla Creek is a highly sought-after trout fishing experience in the North GA mountains. Most of Noontootla Creek is accessed by private property, which makes fishing on this creek difficult. We own 3/4 mile of Noontootla Creek, and when you stay at either of the Blue Ridge cabins listed below, you can experience fishing Noontootla Creek with a guide only. Here is our recommendation! The 200' stretch in front of the gazebo at Serendipity is available without a guide. ...
Fishing in North Georgia
Fannin County is the Trout Capital of Georgia. When you vacation in Blue Ridge, GA, there are plenty of opportunities for trout fishing as well as Lake Blue Ridge fishing.
Best North Georgia Fishing Cabins
Check out waterfront cabin rentals on the Toccoa River, Noontootla Creek, or Fightingtown Creek for private river access.
Almost half of our luxury Blue Ridge cabin rental portfolio is on or near North Georgia's famed rivers and streams, providing optimal year-round fishing. If you stay at any of our Toccoa River cabins, you have easy access to the Toccoa River, near the historic Cherokee Indian Fish Trap.
Toccoa River - The River's Edge, A Rolling River Cabin, Fallen Timber Lodge, Outlaw Ridge, Riverview Lodge
Noontootla Creek is a highly sought-after trout fishing experience in the North GA mountains. Most of Noontootla Creek is accessed by private property, which makes fishing on this creek difficult. We own 3/4 mile of Noontootla Creek, and when you stay at either of the Blue Ridge cabins listed below, you can experience fishing Noontootla Creek with a guide only. Here is our recommendation! The 200' stretch in front of the gazebo at Serendipity is available without a guide.
Noontootla Creek - Serendipity on Noontootla Creek, Cherokee Sunrise on Noontootla Creek
Fightingtown Creek - Creekside Green
For our guests who stay at Cherokee Sunrise on Noontootla Creek, there is a very well-stocked pond in front of the cabin that you may fish at your leisure.
Georgia Fishing License
Any resident or non-resident aged 16 to 64 must have a current Georgia fishing license in their possession while fishing in freshwater or saltwater in the North Georgia mountains. Designated trout waters and trout streams require additional licenses. You can purchase a Georgia fishing license online, as well as a short term up to 11-day hunt/fish license here: Georgia Fishing License Online.
Where to Purchase Georgia Fishing License
If you would like to purchase a fishing license while vacationing in Blue Ridge, GA, below is a location that will take care of you:
Walmart Supercenter 5812
97 Commerce Dr
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 632-9520
North Georgia Fly Fishing Guides
There are many trout fishing guides in the North Georgia Mountains, but some of the very best are North GA Trout Fishing, Toccoa River Outfitters, and Georgia Wild Trout. If you want a private curated experience, contact North GA Trout Fishing or Toccoa River Outfitters for fishing on the 3/4 mile of private Noontootla Creek where you are destined to reel in a large beautiful rainbow trout!
Where to Fish in and around Blue Ridge, GA
There are several spots in and around Blue Ridge for public access to the local waterways and fishing. Check the Chamber of Commerce for more information!
For Lake Blue Ridge Fishing, check out Welch's Guide Service and hook smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, spotted bass - all native to North GA.
Check out our blog for more information and photos Why Blue Ridge is 2025's Top Fishing Destination
