started this trip on Stony Creek. Absolutely beautiful but really tough to get to.
I was told this stream held some nice wild browns and indeed it did. I missed a bunch (had 'em hooked but they got off) and netted a couple more.
Plunge pools, riffles and runs. A challenging stream to fish but I bet it comes alive in nice weather. I was plagued with rain and cool temps.
It was scenic though with plenty of water.
No fish of any size but when they are this pretty they don't need to be big.
I will certainly visit this stream again but I might take a partner next time...it was rough.
these fish made the hike in rewarding!
I tried dries but it just wasn't happening.
The next day I went to Drakes Creek. Very pretty.
I spoke with a local and he said the fishing wasn't good here. This is a stocked stream and it is readily accessible. As soon as the fish are stocked they are…
I was told there were wild trout here but if there are, they are in short supply.
I did however pull this one brookie. Thought I was losing my touch but I guess not.
That last fish was living in this pool. If I were a fish, I'd live here too!
Just when you think you might be walking on virgin territory there are constant reminders that humans have been here for many years. An old foundation of a…
Not easy walking and I might not make it back here.
Sure looks like it should hold more fish.
Then I spent a couple hours on Hickory Run. And, I caught this bruiser. This is an uncommon size fish for this stream. Probably one stocked in Saylorsville…
That fish was living in this pool.
A trip to Hickory Run would just not be the same without a pic of the waterfall.
