Blue Ridge Troutfitters

If you’re ready to discover fishing in Blue Ridge, look no further than Blue Ridge Troutfitters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Zach is prepared to put you on fish.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and anything else that bites.

On these trips, you can expect to drift using light tackle. Capt. Zach also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks!

Capt. Zach runs a 16’ Drift boat with room for 2 passengers. It comes with and all the essentials.

Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you’ll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

It’s recommended to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks for you on board.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Blue Ridge Troutfitters.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Toccoa River Float
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $375
    4-5 hours on the water. Morning, afternoon, and evening slots available. Toccoa River in Blue Ridge, GA. Meeting location and time depends on the TVA generation schedule for the day. Fly fishing or conventional gear. Each boat seats 2 plus a guide. All experience levels welcome. Contact Zach directly for more than 2 people.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
  • Private trip
    Full Day Toccoa River Float
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $450
    6-8 hours on the water. Toccoa River in Blue Ridge, GA. Meeting location and time depends on the TVA generation schedule for the day. Fly fishing or conventional gear. Each boat seats 2 plus a guide. All experience levels welcome. Contact Zach directly for more than 2 people.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
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Customer reviews

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Anna L.
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Great day fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Toccoa River Float on September 2, 2024
My son and I had a blast with Zach on a half day fishing trip. The conditions were tricky due to a bad storm the night before...
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Lance B.
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Awesome float trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Toccoa River Float on July 26, 2024
Great experience. We got to try our hand at fly fishing as well as spin fishing! Great teacher. We learned a ton on this trip....
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Russell K.
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Toccoa River Float on December 28, 2024
Caught a trout on the first cast and it didn’t slow down until the storms moved in. Zach was a great guide and we had a great...
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Freddie V.
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Reel Fish in with Zach

VERIFIED   Full Day Toccoa River Float on October 11, 2024
Zach treated my grandson and I to a wonderful, trout catching day on the river. Excellent tour guide skills. Thanks for the...
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Colin H.
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Captain Zac knows trout.

VERIFIED   Half Day Toccoa River Float on June 7, 2024
Captain Zac may be young but he knows trout and how to catch them. An ethical guide who suggests returning natural river...
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FAQs about Blue Ridge Troutfitters

Blue Ridge Troutfitters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group - Half Day Toccoa River Float (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Full Day Toccoa River Float (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Blue Ridge Troutfitters, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Blue Ridge Troutfitters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Blue Ridge Troutfitters offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing

Blue Ridge Troutfitters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Blue Ridge Troutfitters include:
  • Brook Trout
  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Your captain

Zach Norton
Blue Ridge, Georgia, United States
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20 Customer reviews
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Member since July 2023
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Trout fishing guide service in Blue Ridge, GA.

The fish you can target

Brook Trout Brook Trout
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
16 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Rocky Mountain Rafts Cataraft with Down River Equipment Fishing Frame
Boat type
Drift boat

Engine model
Row Boat
Powered by
1 x 1HP

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fly Fishing Equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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