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Raleigh Flyfishing

Joined in 2024

5.0

82 reviews

Outfitter or fly shop

10-19 years of experience

Bassett, Virginia

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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 82 reviews

Jamie G.

May 2026

Verified

A group of us fished for 2 days with EJ and his guides on the Smith River. They all did an excellent job of putting us on fish in some difficult conditions - we had low water and warm temperatures. They were also very patient working with us on improving our nymphing and streamer fishing techniques. If you are interested in fishing the Smith River for trout, I strongly urge you to reach out to Raleigh Flyfishing.

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Frank Paxton

May 2026

Verified

excellent guide, excellent instructor. Thanks EJ.

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Chris

April 2026

Verified

Great experience with Alexander and learned a ton about fly fishing and fishing in the Raleigh area!

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Richard R.

March 2026

Verified

Zach is an excellent guide with a comfortable boat. I look forward to our next fishing trip.

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Thomas D.

March 2026

Verified

Trip 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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Jim

March 2026

Verified

Had 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!

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