Small stream fly fishing is fly fishing for so many anglers. The primary reason is that trout live in mountain streams, spring creeks, and brushy tributaries. Often the best opportunities for wild fish and solitude, fly fishers will pick these more intimate environs over sprawling rivers and the potential for larger quarry. Plus, productive small streams are much more prevalent and accessible.
But how should one approach a small stream? What is the best fly rod to use? Which techniques are the most productive? And, if one is used to long, ten-and-two casts for foot-plus trout, why do other fly fishers get so excited about feeding a fly into rhododendron tunnels in the hopes of hooking a six-inch fish?
Below are a growing collection of articles spotlighting various aspects of the wonderful world of fly fishing for small stream trout.
Small Stream Fly Rods
The Perfect Small Stream Fly Rod?
The Best Action for Small Stream Fly Rods
Fly Line for Small Streams
4 Reasons For Good Line on Small Streams
Small Stream Fly Line: More Than Flicks & Flips
Small Stream Fly Fishing Tactics
5 Thoughts for Streamers on Small Streams
All About Fly Fishing Plunge Pools