7. Hurricane Creek
Hurricane Creek in west Tennessee is not only great for fly fishing for various species, but it has the added appeal of a section that runs through the property of country singer, Loretta Lynn. The best sections for wading are in Houston County and Humphreys County, and there are plenty of convenient access points. Many people come here to target rainbow trout, which are stocked three times in the spring by the TWRA.
Besides rainbow trout, you can expect to find largemouth and smallmouth bass, rockbass, and several species of sunfish, including bluegill. Many of the popular stretches of the creek run through private property, but anglers have landowner permission to fish here. You should check with the TWRA to find out which areas those include.
You can find some lodging in the town of Waverly, which is only a few miles away from the creek.
8. Citico Creek
The quiet streams, like Citico Creek, that are tucked away in the Cherokee National Forest in western Tennessee provide some of the best wild trout fly fishing in the state. Citico Creek is an ideal place for anglers to enjoy rugged fishing while still having easy access to the water.
Rainbow trout are the most common catches and are stocked annually, but you can also catch brown trout. The creek features long pools of varied depths. In the fall, you can see brown trout launching out of the water as they make their way upstream to spawn. You might also spot some federally endangered fish in the waterway (illegal to catch, but beautiful to see) like the Citico darter, smoky madtom, and yellowfin madtom.
You must obtain a special permit to fish Citico Creek, which can be obtained through the TWRA. Since the area is fairly remote, your best option for lodging will be in Johnson City, which is the closest town with accommodations and restaurants.
