On our way to the top for leaf peeping, we stopped here for a bit and enjoyed the scenery. Located…read moreat milepost 297 of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the part encompasses over 4200 acres of rolling mountainous terrain that include campgrounds, hiking trails, picnic sites and Price Lake. The highlight is the Tanawha Trail that runs 13.5 miles and includes Grandfather Mountain. There are canoes available for rental and the lake is stocked with fish. This time of year with the leaves turning, it was a beautiful spot and we enjoyed our time here. Five stars. [Review 15917 overall - 3132 in North Carolina - 1422 of 2021.]

The trail around Price Lake is an easy walk, ducking in and out of the tickets along the shore…read more If it's rained or snowed recently, make sure to bring footwear that can tolerate a little mud. While trail improvements have eliminated some of the messier areas, the reality is that well worn walking trails also make for welcoming drainage paths. Parking is readily available in a lot adjacent to the dam, or in a larger lot just down from the amputheater (near the boat rentals).

I have been going to this place since the mid 1980's as a young boy and we've brought the kids here…read moreseveral times over the past few years. They have both a Gem mine and the trout fishing and in the old days had a mini golf course but that is long gone now. The main guy who operates it, Heath, is super nice and helpful. He got us setup and helped my kids learn to cast the poles and get the hook out once the fish were caught. They charge by the pound and the trout are pretty big so plan a big meal ahead. There's a little extra for cleaning the fish but that's worth it. If you are looking for a fun kid activity this is also a kid friendly place as long as they can hold the pole and reel with your help. The poles, bait, and buckets are supplied so you don't have to bring anything with you. They'll pack it in ice for you also when you leave so you'll be able to keep your fresh catch cold. ----TL;DR----- PROS: plenty of parking, friendly folks, usually it's pretty easy to catch a fish, family run, family oriented and kids will likely enjoy it CONS: none, it's lots of fun BOTTOM LINE: if you like fishing and want to spend a fun few hours, check them out. We've been many times and still love to go back!

They supply everything. Three ponds. The man who works there was very friendly and informative…read more Very nice guy. You don't pay if you don't catch. They even have collapsible chairs. Clean spot. Great time!

My two boys took fly fishing lessons from Kelly at River Girl Fishing. She is amazing with kids…read more They love all things fishing and she was so great teaching them all things fly fishing. She taught them how to tie flies, where to stand in the river, when to fish, and most importantly how to be a good steward of the land. They supplied waders, boots and rods. It was a great experience and we can't wait to go back.

I've known RiverGirl for probably about 20 years. I've gone kayaking multiple times with her outfit…read moreand have taken fly fishing lessons from her. To me she is the heart and soul of Todd. I'm sorry to read some of the critical reviews here. My experience and those of my friends and guests have been universally positive. I guess I keep an eye on the recent weather and the water level to know when the conditions are ideal so as to not be dragging my butt on the bottom and complain about it.

My 13 year old daughter and I went fly fishing with Due South. We had a great time! Our guide,…read moreKarson Decker, was amazing! He knew all the fish in the area and chose the perfect baits. We caught three fish too! It was beautiful and fun. We loved it so much and would definitely recommend.

Tyler took us out for a full day float trip on the Watauga River. We had a wonderful day landing 34…read moretrout in the boat. Tyler provided expert fly fishing guidance, was quick to tie on the best suited flies, and quickly untied air knots and tangles for us with a positive attitude. His Sage rods and reels and hand tied flies performed perfectly. Tyler worked hard in the wind to put us in advantageous spots to catch fish. We had a fantastic day on the river.

My father came down to visit and we wanted to spend some time fishing on our beautiful tail waters…read more We actually came in contact with West Fork and Nils Peterson by chance when the previous guide that we hired suffered a back injury the day prior to our trip. Having never been on a float trip before, I do not have much to compare to. I can say without a doubt, however, that Nils is an excellent guide who is incredibly knowledgeable about the rivers. We spent a day floating down Watauga and each lost count at how many we rainbows and browns we caught. Nils was personable, accommodating, and professional. He was full of advice for when you are out wading, fly choice, and was not overbearing. Even gave me a dozen flies to take home and try. I will be booking solely with him for future trips! Thank you!!

Having a great guide makes all the difference! Nils has patience and a great sense of humor which…read moremade the trip so fun!!! He also knows where to go for the catches! It was our first time but WOW did we catch a lot!!!! He is also very good at untangling lines! :-) We had a fabulous lunch made by his wife and daughter that was delicious! Recommend highly!!!!!

We were headed to linville falls and gorge when we decided to stop for lunch when a shower came…read morethrough. It's deep into the woods and if you blink you'll miss it. We split the meat platter and it was plenty for the two of us for a light lunch. You can tell the owner takes pride in his business as he was there! Serving drinks in the drink area. We were a bit confused when we came up as we didn't know to walk into the back where the food truck is. Lots of seating and fun activities to do for everyone-- yard games, table games, trout fishing. If we are ever in the area we will be back!

Don't pass this place up! Entertainment for days!…read more There's a trout pond where you can catch trout and they'll clean it and cook it up for you. All kinds of fun games and activities for kids while you have a drink. There's putput, homemade arcade basketball, mini climbing wall, and lots of space to hang around. The food truck that cooked our trout was excellent. They have really good homemade sangrias, fresh squeezed juices, beer and cider on tap.

Highly recommend! My husband was communicating a lot with the owner Will; who by the way is very…read morehelpful and flexible when it came to scheduling our fishing guide, and providing us with gear for fly fishing. Our guides name was Brad. We highly recommend him because he was super informative and very friendly! My husband has had some experience fly fishing before, and I had absolutely none before this guided tour. But in the end we caught over 20 fish combined the day we went! Had such a great time!

From the owner: Guided fly fishing trips in Western N.C and East T.N. Targeting species of Trout, smallmouth bass,…read moreand striped bass. Be on a boat and float through miles of pristine water, fishing for trophy brown and rainbow trout! Go on a wade trip and fish in crystal clear water in the high country. Lunch included on full days. Based in Boone, North Carolina

I hired Skye to take my son and his best friend fly fishing in Elizabethton, TN. They had a blast…read more They caught 20 trout, learned so much, and have not stopped talking about it. Skye communicated with us well, spoiled the boys, and gave them a day to never forget. I highly recommend them.

From the owner: High Country Guide Service is a professional fly fishing and hiking outfitter based in Boone, North…read moreCarolina, serving the High Country region and beyond. We specialize in guided wade and float fly fishing trips on the wild trout streams of Western NC and the tailwaters of East Tennessee, including the South Holston and Watauga Rivers. We also offer fly-in fly fishing trips in Alaska. Our experienced, licensed and insured, CPR-certified guides also offer scenic hiking tours, overnight fishing & camping adventures, beginner clinics, and eco-immersion creek walks. Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the outdoors, we tailor every trip to your goals. Explore the rivers, trails, and wild beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains with a local guide who knows the waters by heart.

Awesome state park with plenty of parking, pull offs to play in the creek, and tons of hiking…read moretrails. Dog and kid friendly, no bathrooms available. Lots of wildflower blooms and creekside hiking. Great spot for a picnic and sunning by the water.

Great park to take kids for easy access to wade and swim in a mountain stream. Has trails. Picnic…read morearea is very limited and located too close to porta-potties. Just go for the water!