Fly Fishing

Tucked away in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon is the Rio Marié — a haven for giant peacock bass. Aboard the Untamed Amazon – the very first deluxe fishing vessel in the region – anglers will have the opportunity to explore 500 miles of this pristine jungle river, home to the largest peacock bass in the Brazilian Amazon. Expert local fly fishing guides and native specialists will join you on your journey, offering an immersive experience in the region's vibrant history and culture. Your host on this Amazonian expedition will be Capt. Scott Owens, a world-class Georgia-based fly fishing guide. For those who dream of fishing in the planet's most untouched corners, a trip to the Rio Marié is more than just an escape—it's a unique adventure that will create memories as timeless as the landscape itself.

If you’re looking for outdoor adventure in the most breathtaking places on the planet, you’ve come to the right place! AnyCreek works with the top guides and outdoor lodges in the space to create exclusive destination trips around the world. We’re excited about this opportunity to help our community of guide partners and adventure seekers access all that these unique experiences have to offer.

The Unalakleet River Lodge, situated on the bank of its namesake river in the Northwest Alaskan wilderness, is a freshwater fly angler’s dream destination. The Unalakleet River boasts one of the most impressive Pacific salmon runs on the planet. King, chum, silver, and pink salmon — as well as Dolly Varden and native arctic grayling — are plentiful and exciting targets for anglers of all skill levels. The lodge’s compound of beautiful spruce log dwellings and community spaces is the only fishing lodge on the river, offering anglers unparalleled access to one of Alaska’s finest fisheries. Amber Haynes, founder of women’s hunting apparel brand McKenna Quinn, will host you on a week-long expedition chasing trophy fish in this breathtaking location. Amber is passionate about making outdoor experiences accessible to women, and she’s thrilled to journey to the Unalakleet River Lodge with a select group of female anglers.

Nestled in the remote wilderness of Alaska, Saltery Lake Lodge is a hidden gem that boasts world-class salmon and trout fishing. Situated on Kodiak Island – accessible only by float plane – the charming fishing lodge is located just steps from the shores of beautiful Saltery Lake and is surrounded by four productive salmon rivers. These waters are home to a variety of freshwater game fish – from Sockeye, Silver, Chum, and Pink salmon to Dolly Varden, rainbow trout and steelhead. Capt. Tyler Bowman, a Charleston, SC native and fishing guide, will host you on your five-day expedition chasing these fish across breathtaking Alaskan landscapes. Tyler has spent the past six years traveling to and fishing Kodiak Island, and he is thrilled to return to one of his favorite freshwater fishing destinations with a select group of anglers.

John Gierach, beloved angling author and fly fishing icon, passed away last week at the age of 78. Gierach authored more than twenty fly fishing books over the course of his writing career, and his words leave an indelible mark on the fly fishing world. Supremely talented yet unfailingly modest, Gierach had a remarkable gift for making readers feel as though they were on the water with him. Consider this an appreciation post for an individual who spent a lifetime sharing the magic of the sport that we love.

Nestled in the lively fishing village of Punta Allen lies Punta Allen Fishing Club, a state-of-the-art, Mayan-inspired fishing compound with access to some of the best saltwater fly fishing on offer in Mexico. Located just steps from the white sand shore of beautiful Ascension Bay – Punta Allen Fishing Club is a haven for bonefish, tarpon, snook, and permit. Capt. Tyler Bowman, a Charleston, South Carolina native and professional fly fishing guide, will host you on your week-long expedition chasing the renowned flats-dwelling species of the region. Tyler has spent his whole life exploring new waters and honing his craft in the Lowcountry marsh, and he’s thrilled to return to one of his favorite flats fishing haunts with a select group of anglers.

Situated in the Lower Hudson Valley’s Catskill Mountains is The Chatwal Lodge, an all-inclusive resort with access to some of the best trout fishing and upland bird hunting the United States has to offer. Set on an 18,000-acre former wildlife reserve, the lodge features its own private native brook trout stream and is just a stone’s throw away from several rivers that each hold a special place in American fly fishing history. The surrounding area is prime ruffed grouse and woodcock habitat, as well– the region has miles and miles of beautiful, wild terrain that is begging to be explored. Guiding you through this storied region will be Covert Creek Outfitting’s Joe Heusinger, a renowned Catskills fly fishing and wingshooting guide. Whether you’re an avid fly angler or upland bird hunter – or you’re new to both – Joe and his team have all the knowledge necessary to make your trip to the Chatwal Lodge an unforgettable one.

Nestled on the shores of scenic Lake Placid, New York, the Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa is a true trout fishing paradise. Lake Placid is known primarily as a premier winter sports destination, but its fly fishing is not to be underestimated. With easy access to the finest brown trout fishing on the East coast, trophy-sized lake trout, and beautiful backcountry brook trout ponds, the angling opportunities are endless. Guiding you through the region’s beautiful landscapes and pristine waters will be Zac Horrocks, a 7th-generation Adirondacks fishing and hunting guide. Zac’s family lineage in Lake Placid dates back to the 1790s, and he has been a part of the village’s fishing and guiding world for his entire life. Zac’s guiding career has taken him all across the globe, but his roots have remained in the Adirondacks. His local knowledge and experience are sure to make your time at the Mirror Lake Inn an unforgettable one, whether you’re an avid angler or have never picked up a fly rod.

EJ Stern grew up in a fishing family, exploring the remarkable fisheries across the Northeastern United States from an early age. He started fly fishing over thirty years ago and has developed a wealth of knowledge that he is passionate about sharing with others. Today, EJ guides in North Carolina and Virginia, introducing anglers to the Southeast’s exceptional warm and cold water fishing opportunities.

If you’re someone who enjoys targeting bonefish, redfish, permit, snook, tarpon, striped bass and other inshore fish on salt marshes, a flats skiff is your best friend. These small, shallow-draft boats are designed to move quietly and comfortably through skinny water, allowing you to spot and stalk fish on the flats. When it comes to buying a skiff, there is no shortage of options to consider. In this article, we’ll do an overview of how to choose your next flats skiff and offer up a list of the best skiffs on the market today. We polled our expert guide partners that use flat skiffs every day, and this is what they came back with.