Raleigh Flyfishing
Joined in 2024
About
E.J. Stern, Orvis Endorsed Flyfishing guide, owns and operates Smith River Outfitters and Raleigh Flyfishing. We pride ourselves on offering superior flyfishing and spin fishing experiences in Virginia & North Carolina. We welcome the opportunity to work with anglers of all skill levels; our goal is to ensure every angler who fishes with us has a successful great experience. As our passion for the sport is informed by our respect of the rivers and environment, we are active volunteer stewards and members of partner organizations Triangle Flyfishers and Smith River of Trout Unlimited and Dan River Basin Association.
Disciplines
- Fly fishing
- Conventional fishing
- Freshwater fishing
Raleigh Flyfishing's trips
Client reviews
5.0
Based on 79 reviews
Richard R.
March 2026
VerifiedZach is an excellent guide with a comfortable boat. I look forward to our next fishing trip.
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March 2026
VerifiedTrip was set for spring but low water changed tactics. It was a very technical trip and guide EJ STERN taught me alot about presentation. Caught a mess of fish and missed just as many. Great day all around and improved my game tremendously. Thanks EJ
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March 2026
VerifiedHad a great time on the Smith River with EJ! My brother and I are basically 1st fly fishermen and EJ taught us a lot! He definitely knows the river and both my brother and I caught our share of trout! Already planning another trip!
Read moreDavid G.
February 2026
VerifiedI had a wonderful day on the river with EJ. It was the first time I had fished with a fly rod and his patience and teaching skills were so much appreciated. Bonus: I caught a 24 inch rainbow trophy fish! What more could you ask. Great guide and great guy. Book a trip with him
Read moreBelton C.
December 2025
VerifiedEJ is an amazing guide. Whether you're new to fly fishing or adept at casting tiny dries to rising trout, EJ will show you a wonderful day on the water. We had great laughs, good conversation, and caught a bunch of fish.
Read moreBrian B.
November 2025
VerifiedBooked our float with EJ Stern and as always it was a wonderful day on the Smith River. EJ is a true professional who works to put us on trout while continuing to provide helpful guidance and tips to improve our overall experience. I highly recommend and will continue to book EJ for future experiences.
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