BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Six Hours in the Smokies: A Private Fly‑Fishing Expedition with Rock Hopper
A private, six‑hour guided fly‑fishing trip in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park led by Rock Hopper Fly Fishing!'s William Elkins, with all fly‑fishing gear provided.
Six Hours in the Smokies: A Private Fly‑Fishing Expedition with Rock Hopper.
Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. William Elkins, owner and head guide of Rock Hopper Fly Fishing!, leads private, licensed and insured, National Park–authorized fly‑fishing tours into secluded mountain streams where Brook, Brown, and Rainbow Trout live amid pristine surroundings. The service accommodates anglers at every skill level and supplies all fly‑fishing gear at no extra cost.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Secluded mountain streams in the Great Smoky Mountains
The trip visits pristine, secluded streams inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, bringing anglers into quiet water surrounded by classic Smokies scenery.
Brook, Brown and Rainbow Trout
Anglers pursue Brook, Brown and Rainbow Trout — species specifically identified as the targets of these guided tours — set against some of the park's most pristine waters.
Private guidance from a National Park–authorized service
Rock Hopper Fly Fishing! is a licensed, insured, National Park–authorized guide service led by William Elkins; trips are tailored to different abilities and instructors are described as patient and willing to teach.
What the day feels like
What Six Hours on This Trip Feels Like
Over the course of six hours you move from a Gatlinburg meeting point into quiet Smokies water, focusing on productive runs and pools where trout gather. The guide provides instruction and handles gear logistics so newcomers can learn and experienced anglers can focus on reading water and making casts; all fly‑fishing equipment is provided as part of the trip.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and why.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Eye protection; sunscreen and sunglasses; bug spray; rain gear (check weather prior to trip); and other weather‑appropriate clothing.
Check weather for the Smokies and pack rain gear and appropriate layers; eye protection and insect repellent are recommended.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The Private Trip is six hours in duration.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting location is Gatlinburg, TN.
Is fishing gear provided?
Yes — all fly‑fishing gear is included at no extra cost.
What species of fish can we expect?
The trips target Brook, Brown, and Rainbow Trout in the park's mountain streams.
Is this trip suitable for beginners?
Yes — the operator states trips are available to suit anglers of all skill levels and that guides are patient and love to teach.
Is the guide service authorized and insured?
Yes — Rock Hopper Fly Fishing! is described as a licensed, insured, National Park–authorized fly fishing guide service.