FISHING

Right behind the Green Cove Angler you’ll find the crystal clear waters of the Tellico River–a trout fishing paradise. Both wild trout and stocked streams are found throughout the Cherokee National Forest and are easily accessible from Green Cove.

A special permit is required to fish the Tellico Citico stretch of the river. Fishing rules and regulations on the Tellico River are managed through the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.  For a full list of these rules and regulations, please visit TWRA’s website HERE.  You will be able to purchase fishing and hunting licenses at the Green Cove Angler store.

While here visit the Tellico Fish Hatchery. Less than 1.5 miles from Green Cove this TWRA facility has a long-history dating back to 1930.  It began as a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) project.  Now, the U.S. Forest Service, TWRA, and Trout Unlimited work together as they help restore trout into our Southern Appalachian waters.