FLY FISHING IN BUFORD, GA
Fly Fishing Near Buford, Georgia
Buford sits at the very top of the Chattahoochee trout fishery, right where the river is born from the base of Buford Dam. The water released from the bottom of Lake Lanier is cold and oxygen-rich year-round, making the uppermost miles near Buford and the Bowmans Island area some of the most consistent — and most productive — trout water in the entire system. This is prime territory for trophy brown trout, which grow large in the steady cold flows close to the dam. River Through Atlanta guides both wade and drift trips on these upper sections, timing outings around dam generation schedules to put you on fish safely and effectively. Because the water here stays cold even in midsummer, Buford fishes well when other stretches slow down. For anglers chasing a true trophy on a fly, the water near Buford is hard to beat.
The Chattahoochee River Tailwater
The section of the Chattahoochee River below Buford Dam is a nationally recognized trout fishery. The cold tailwater supports brown trout, rainbow trout, and even striped bass. This river flows directly through areas like Buford, Cumming, Alpharetta, Roswell, and Sandy Springs, making it one of the most accessible trout fisheries in the Southeast.
Popular access points near Buford include:
- Buford Dam
- Settles Bridge
- Bowman’s Island
- Abbotts Bridge
- Medlock Bridge
What fish are in the Chattahoochee River?
When fly fishing near Buford, GA you may catch:
- Rainbow Trout
- Brown Trout
- Striped Bass
- Shoal Bass
The Chattahoochee is a year-round fishery with productive fishing in every season.
Best Time of Year to Fly Fish Near Buford
Spring: Great hatches and active trout
Summer: Early mornings and float trips are best
Fall: Aggressive brown trout
Winter: Clear water and consistent trout fishing
Guided Fly Fishing Trips Near Buford, GA
River Through Atlanta offers guided fly fishing trips on the Chattahoochee River for anglers of all experience levels. Whether you are brand new to fly fishing or an experienced angler looking to catch trophy trout, our guided trips provide everything you need for a great day on the water.
Trips include:
- All fly fishing equipment
- Flies and tackle
- Instruction
- Boat or wade trips
- Photos from the trip
Book Your Fly Fishing Trip
If you are looking for fly fishing near Buford, Georgia or anywhere along the Chattahoochee River, River Through Atlanta would love to guide your next trip.