Anthony Creek
Anthony Creek near Cades Cove in the Smokies is a small brook trout stream with rainbows too. Plan a hike and bring a short rod.
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In the FlyFishFinder appAbout Anthony Creek
Anthony Creek is a small stream in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee. The trail starts near the Cades Cove picnic area. Our map shows about 3 miles of fishable water and one access point.
The creek holds rainbow trout and brook trout. The park has restored native brook trout here, so it carries real history. Fishing pressure is low and the stream is worth the hike.
The water is tight and brushy. Thick vegetation means bow and arrow casts and short rods are the best tools. Parachute Adams is a favorite fly here.
Summer is the best season. Nearby Abrams Creek, Little River, Hazel Creek and Forney Creek round out a Smokies fishing trip.
Park rules apply, so check the current Great Smoky Mountains National Park regulations before you fish.
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Other gages nearby
- Little River above Townsend, TN6.1 mi away Not reporting USGS 03497300
- West Prong Little Pigeon River near Gatlinburg, TN14.7 mi away Not reporting USGS 03469251
- Little River near Maryville, TN16.3 mi away Not reporting USGS 03498500
- Little River near Alcoa, TN18.9 mi away Not reporting USGS 03498850
- Nantahala River near Hewitt, NC19.6 mi away Not reporting USGS 03505550
- Tuckasegee River at Bryson City, NC19.7 mi away Not reporting USGS 03513000
- Little Tennessee River at Needmore, NC20.7 mi away Not reporting USGS 03503000
- Little Pigeon River at Sevierville, TN22.6 mi away Not reporting USGS 03470000
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Tips for fishing Anthony Creek
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Use a short rod
A shorter rod makes the brush much easier to handle.
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Learn the bow cast
Overhead casts rarely work here. Practice a bow cast before the trip.
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Hike up
Fishing gets better the farther you walk from the trailhead.
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Keep it simple
One dry fly like a Parachute Adams does most of the work on small mountain water.
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Look at the map
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Anthony Creek FAQ
What is the best time to fish Anthony Creek?
Summer is the best season for this stream.
Where is Anthony Creek in the Smokies?
It starts near the Cades Cove picnic area in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee.
Can you wade Anthony Creek?
Yes. The creek is small and the challenge is the brush, not the depth.
What flies work on Anthony Creek?
A Parachute Adams is the local favorite. Other classic dries and small nymphs also work. The app shows what is hatching and working today.
What fish live in Anthony Creek?
Rainbow trout and brook trout.
Do I need a permit to fish Anthony Creek?
The creek is inside the national park. Check the current Great Smoky Mountains National Park fishing rules before you go.
