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Over 60 Years of Fly Fishing Experience on Local Waters.

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Lexington, Rockbridge Co., VA

"Roberts knows the area waters with the sort of familiarity that only comes with a lifetime of angling, and he has the sort of laid back personality that works equally well for putting novices at ease or offering tips to seasoned veterans. He offers visiting anglers an impressive variety of fly fishing venues’"

Jim Casada - Former President-Outdoor Writers Association of America OWAA

Current Fishing Conditions

FEB 7-2025 -Openings now- HIGH, MUDDY Flows today- streams are out from the heavy rains last night and will need several days to clear. Trips year round -please contact me for up for current conditions .  We had   great day on the water  last with several  16-22''  Rainbows  netted.  Weather temps in the upper 50's to low 60' will make for some excellent seasonal fishing in the coming days.  Many  of the Special Reg waters  are due stockings in the weeks ahead. Stockings were held up  the last 4 weeks because the hatchery trucks could not access the waters due the lower air temps and  ice.  Excellent Time To Purchase  one of  our Gift Certificates to Flyfish For Trout now, contact me at 1-800-882-1145 .  Wildlife sightings and more add to our experience. Our Beginner  trips  also available will prepare you for many decades  of some of the best fun you  will have in life ahead guaranteed.1-800-882-1145  Please contact me for the various trips offered and fishing conditions.. We can customize one to your skill level. One  stream trip is only 8 minutes away .  Many times I can go on short notice , contact me at at

1-800-882-1145

Special Reg Stockings-   01/31/2025 Jackson River Special Reg, 

All Trout Shown on this Site Were Caught by My Fishermen on My Guided trips, Not By Your Guide. What a Rainbow?  A beautiful winter catch.  Guided by John Roberts Virginia Trout FishingWhat a Rainbow? A beautiful winter catch.
Guided by John Roberts Virginia Trout Fishing

 

Last Minute Trips Available!

Many times I can go on short notice for the Beginner and Stream trips.
Blue Ribbon Ribbon Trout Stream 8 minutes away.

Less travel time-more great fishing time.

Beginner Trips Are Always Educational & Memorable!

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Beginners Welcomed

New to Fly Fishing?

Try our Intro-Beginner Trip to a mountain pond. Builds a great foundation for those getting started as you learn the equipment, knots, fly casting, safety, basic entomology & streamside sampling, safe catch & release, the world of the trout  and much more. The last couple of hours you get to test yourself on some high energy, high leaping Rainbow and spectacular looking Brook trout which will hopefully prepare for your first stream trip.

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Perfect for All Ages

Trips for Beginners & the Experienced

Fly Fishing Tips

Adding a split shot or 2 to your nymphing presentation can find less active trout holder lower down in the water column.

John Roberts - FlyFishing Guide

Guide John Roberts said March & April are excellent months to visit the Upper Jackson. ''The stonefly hatch is particularly strong then, there's an abundance of trout, stream flows are good, and fisherman even have a chance to spot a bald eagle,'' he said Anglers looking for a quality place to stay may want to consider Llewellyn Lodge Bed and Breakfast.

Bruce Ingram

Have You Heard

Guide John Roberts said March & April are excellent months to visit the Upper Jackson. ''The stonefly hatch is particularly strong then, there's an abundance of trout, stream flows are good, and fisherman even have a chance to spot a bald eagle,'' he said Anglers looking for a quality place to stay may want to consider Llewellyn Lodge Bed and Breakfast.

Bruce Ingram

Stream Conditions

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LLewelyn Lodge
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in Lexington, VA