Toccoa River Fishing Report: February 11, 2025

Toccoa River Tailwater Report

The Toccoa River Tailwater has been fishing exceptionally well lately, with plenty of big fish being caught on our float trips. During the winter months, larger fish tend to be more active, and with fewer stockings and less bugs to eat, they’re more eager to feed throughout the day. On colder days, the fishing is typically better during the warmer, sunnier parts of the day. The black caddis hatch has already started and is expected to improve over the next two weeks. As always, remember to check the Dam Generation Schedule before heading out to the tailwater.

Small Creeks

The smaller creeks in North Georgia—like Coopers Creek and Noontootla Creek-have been fishing great! Rubber legs and Pheasant Tails have been producing well. This is also a great time to throw streamers in these waters, with olive Woolly Buggers and Sparkle Minnows bringing in solid results.

Upper Toccoa River

The delayed harvest section of the upper Toccoa has been fishing consistently well. We've had success with Rubber Legs, Rainbow Warriors, Frenchies, and eggs. Always check the water gauge before heading out to the Upper Toccoa, we do not recommend wade fishing the Upper if the water is above 600 cfs.

Flies

We've been seeing great success with size 8-10 Mocha, Olive, and Black Rubber Legs, along with size 14-18 Pheasant Tails, Frenchies, Rainbow Warriors, and peg eggs. On the tailwater, be sure to have caddis patterns ready—our go-to dry is a black Elk Hair Caddis, while an olive Krystal Caddis has been a reliable dropper.

If you are interested in a guided trip we would love to have you in the boat!

Tight lines and happy fishing!