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Welcome to Western North Carolina’s premier fly shop and fishing guide service! Located on the banks of the Davidson River in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina, we are within an easy drive of Lake Toxaway, Cashiers, Hendersonville, Asheville, Greenville, SC, Charlotte, and Atlanta. Our shop is open daily throughout the year, and offers a wide range of fly fishing gear, fly tying materials, clothing, and more. Our guide service is second to none and we offer trips in every season for every skill level.

Store hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00a - 5:30p

Saturday & Sunday 8:00a - 5:00p

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Let's Go Fishing!

Our area has hundreds of miles of streams and rivers to explore, giving DRO's guides a large canvas on which to create your fishing adventure. Whether you are looking for a two-hour introduction to fly fishing for trout or a full-day float trip in the hunt for Musky, we've got the perfect guided fishing experience for you.

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Guided Fly Fishing

A great fishing guide goes a long way! DRO's guides can help you learn new skills and explore endless miles of Western North Carolina trout streams.
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Fly Fishing Instruction

DRO offers instructional programs in a variety of fly fishing disciplines. Our class options cover everything from casting and fishing techniques to fly tying and custom rod-building.
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Destination Fishing Trips

From floating the legendary trout streams of Montana to high adventure trips chasing Golden Dorado in Argentina, DRO has a fly fishing adventure for every angling appetite.
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Located in Pisgah Forest, N.C., with the legendary Davidson River right out our back door, DRO carries a full line of fly fishing gear and apparel, as well as a wide range of fly tying materials and tools. Advice is always free, and we love pointing anglers in the right direction.

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Argentina Trout Fishing

Explore Legendary Patagonia

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Bahamas Bonefishing

Enjoy the Best in Saltwater Fly Fishing

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Canadian Trophy Northern Pike

Fishing for Trophy Northern Pike in Canada

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Events

There's usually something fun up our sleeve every month of the year. Click the button below to find out what's happening.

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49 Pisgah Hwy, Suite 6 | Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

(828) 877-4181

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Stream Report

We finally received some much-needed rain, and after a few days of water too high to fish safely, we are back at it and back in the swing of things. Read More

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