Blue Ridge Troutfitters invites you to experience the stunning waters of Blue Ridge.

These waters are known for Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and more – with any luck, you’ll find out for yourself! Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, drifting, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Zach also offers fly fishing.

You’ll step aboard a 12’ inflatable drift boat with space for 2 passengers. It has all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures and all necessary equipment.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. 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. Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks for you on board, depending on your trip type.

Blue Ridge Troutfitters will make it easy for you to go fishing in Blue Ridge. So, how about booking that trip?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2-3 Hour Float Toccoa River
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $250
    Blue Ridge, GA. Fly rod or spinning rod. Catch and release or catch and keep. Prices are per boat, each boat seats 2 plus a guide. $50 off each additional boat.
    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
    4 Hour Public Water Wade
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $300
    Wade fishing in a public creek or river near Blue Ridge, GA. Fly rod or spinning rod. Catch and release or catch and keep. 4 hours on the water. 1 angler $250, 2 anglers $300. Flexible start times. 2 person max.
    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
    4 Hour Private Trophy Water Wade
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $450
    1 person $335, 2 people $450. Fly rod or spinning rod. Near Blue Ridge, GA. Flexible start times. Catch and release only. 2 person max.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
  • Private trip
    4-5 Hour Float Toccoa River
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $375
    Blue Ridge, GA. Fly rod or spinning rod. Catch and release or catch and keep. Start time 8AM. Prices are per boat, each boat seats 2 plus a guide. $50 off each additional boat.
    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
    6-8 Hour Float Toccoa River
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $425
    Blue Ridge, GA. Fly rod or spinning rod. Prices are per boat, each boat seats 2 plus a guide. $50 off each additional boat. Catch and release or catch and keep.
    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
    6-8 Hour Float Tuckaseegee River
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    $500
    Bryson City or Dillsboro, NC. Fly rod or spinning rod. Prices are per boat, each boat seats 2 plus a guide. $50 off each additional boat. Catch and release only.
    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

FAQs about Blue Ridge Troutfitters

Blue Ridge Troutfitters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $250 per group - 2-3 Hour Float Toccoa River (3 hours)
  • $250 per group, additional $50 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Public Water Wade (4 hours)
  • $335 per group, additional $115 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Private Trophy Water Wade (4 hours)
  • $375 per group - 4-5 Hour Float Toccoa River (4 hours)
  • $425 per group - 6-8 Hour Float Toccoa River (7 hours)
  • $500 per group - 6-8 Hour Float Tuckaseegee River (7 hours)

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

Meet the Captain

Zach Norton
Blue Ridge, Georgia, United States
ID & license verified
4 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since July 2023
I like to take people fishing. Anything else you'd like to know? Just ask.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Star Inflatables/NRS (Drift boat) originally built in 2023. Powered by a 1HP Row Boat engine.

Length
12 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 hour float trip with Zach
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Full day trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
75%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Kim A.
Clyo, GA
Excellent
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Full day trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Float Toccoa River on August 1, 2023
Had a great time trout fishing with Zach. Caught numerous brown and rainbow trout including a 22 inch rainbow that we released....
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Randall B.
Frankfort, IL
Excellent
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Full Day Trip with Zach

VERIFIED   Full Day Float Toccoa River on August 2, 2023
My Son and I had a great trip!  Caught about 15 fish and kept enough to feed the family later that day.  Zach was great and...
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Holden H.
Clermont, FL
Excellent
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Excellent
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Crew
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   6-8 Hour Float Toccoa River on July 19, 2023
Captain was knowledgeable and fun to fish with. He brought me to some great spots and I caught some great fish. I would recommend...
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Rhonda E.
Marietta, Georgia
Excellent
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4 hour float trip with Zach

VERIFIED   6-8 Hour Float Toccoa River on September 12, 2023
Great day on the water!  Zach is fun and knows how to fish these waters. Highly recommend!
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