East Hawksbill Creek
Virginia
Virginia
Copyright 2010 James Marsh
Fly Fishing East Hawksbill Creek
Virginia
East Hawksbill Creek is a small stream in the
Shenandoah National Park known for its native brook
trout. The problem with this stream for many anglers is
that it requires a tough hike down form Hawksbill Gap
between milepost 45 and 46 on Skyline Drive. There
you will find the trails that take you down the mountain
as well as a parking area. Its about a half mile before
you find any water. East Hawksbill Creek starts out as a
tiny spring creek on the side of the mountain. You
cannot access the stream from the lower end.
The lower you go the better the fishing but you always
have to keep in mind leaving in time to make the almost
vertical trip back to Skyline Drive. The native brook
trout are small but well worth the effort if you enjoy
fishing in complete solitude. We do not suggest
traveling down the mountain to fish this stream alone. It
would be difficult to impossible for one to get back out if
they happen to brake a leg or have something go
wrong to prevent them from making the tough hike back
up the mountain.
The little native brook trout are not picky at all and most
any small generic or attractor trout fly will work to catch
them. Small imitations of terrestrials are also very
effective. The water gets very low in the late Summer
and early Fall. This makes it more difficult to hide from
the trout, but it makes it easier to get around in the
stream. You can just jump from one rock to the next - as
long as you don't slip. Often, you can hide behind the
big boulders, especially when the water is low.
Season:
The season runs year-round
Winter:
We wouldn't recommend it.
Spring:
Late Spring is the best time for fly fishing East Hawksbill
Creek
Summer:
Summertime is okay. The water may get low but it will
remain cool throughout the Summer.
Fall:
Fall is the beautiful time to fly fish Shenandoah National
Park.
Fly Fishing Gear, Tackle and Trout Flies
Virginia
East Hawksbill Creek is a small stream in the
Shenandoah National Park known for its native brook
trout. The problem with this stream for many anglers is
that it requires a tough hike down form Hawksbill Gap
between milepost 45 and 46 on Skyline Drive. There
you will find the trails that take you down the mountain
as well as a parking area. Its about a half mile before
you find any water. East Hawksbill Creek starts out as a
tiny spring creek on the side of the mountain. You
cannot access the stream from the lower end.
The lower you go the better the fishing but you always
have to keep in mind leaving in time to make the almost
vertical trip back to Skyline Drive. The native brook
trout are small but well worth the effort if you enjoy
fishing in complete solitude. We do not suggest
traveling down the mountain to fish this stream alone. It
would be difficult to impossible for one to get back out if
they happen to brake a leg or have something go
wrong to prevent them from making the tough hike back
up the mountain.
The little native brook trout are not picky at all and most
any small generic or attractor trout fly will work to catch
them. Small imitations of terrestrials are also very
effective. The water gets very low in the late Summer
and early Fall. This makes it more difficult to hide from
the trout, but it makes it easier to get around in the
stream. You can just jump from one rock to the next - as
long as you don't slip. Often, you can hide behind the
big boulders, especially when the water is low.
Season:
The season runs year-round
Winter:
We wouldn't recommend it.
Spring:
Late Spring is the best time for fly fishing East Hawksbill
Creek
Summer:
Summertime is okay. The water may get low but it will
remain cool throughout the Summer.
Fall:
Fall is the beautiful time to fly fish Shenandoah National
Park.
Fly Fishing Gear, Tackle and Trout Flies
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| Type of Stream Freestone Species Brook Trout (native) Size Small Location Shenandoah National Park Nearest Towns Luray Season Year-round Access: Good but serious hiking required Non-Resident License State of Virginia Weather National Weather Service Link Fly Fishing Gear, Tackle and Trout Flies |
| Options For Selecting Flies: 1. Email us with the dates you will be fishing this stream and we will send you a list of our fly suggestions. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response. 2. Call us 800-594-4726 and we will help you decide which flies you need. 3. Call or email us with a budget for flies and we will select them and get them to you in time for your trip. Shipping is free in the U. S. Orders over $50 are shipped Priority Mail. |