FISHING TRIPS

At Eagle’s Nest Outfitters we have designed our fishing trips to provide you, the fisherman, with a maximum of outdoor enjoyment and minimum of hassle. The South Branch of the Potomac River offers excellent fishing for smallmouth bass, some largemouth bass, trout (rainbow, brook, brown and golden rainbow), sunfish, channel catfish, eels and carp. Within a 45 minute drive, there are over 200 miles of trout streams. The warmwater angler will be equally entertained with 350 miles of stream and some of the best smallmouth bass waters in the state, including the South Branch of the Potomac. Pound for pound the smallmouth bass is the fightingest fish in the river anywhere and we have plenty of those. It is not uncommon to catch up to 75 bass in one day of fishing. Each year we are featured in national magazines such as “National Geographic,” “Sports Afield, ” “Bass Masters,” “ESPN” and “TNN” to name a few. . One outdoor writer told us that he has fished across the U.S.A. and still finds the South Branch his favorite. At Eagle’s Nest we cater every fishing trip to meet your needs and wants. We offer trips from six hours to seven days. For those of you who want to do trout fishing, the Smoke Hole/Big Bend to Base is the trip you want to fish. If you are a bass fisherman any of our trips have bass in them. We recommend the Base to Fisher Bridge trip, because it’s a catch and release area, which is known for big bass.

FLY FISHING SCHOOL

Eagle’s Nest Outfitters offers an outdoor adventure of a personal nature that you can afford.We offer the opportunity to learn either fly or spinner rod fishing for beginners to intermediate level You’ll enjoy our professional fun-loving instructors, who will coach you in learning how to fish, everything from baiting your hook to learning how to read the river for fish habitat.

FISHING SHOP & GUIDE SERVICE

Eagle’s Nest Outfitters offers a full-service fishing shop, guide service and equipment rental. Bring the family or friends for a fun day on the river fishing.

FAMILY

Eagle’s Nest Outfitters offers canoeing and fishing trips for the whole family, ages six and up. If you are a family of two or 50 people we can cater to your needs. We have one to three-day trips available with or without a guide. When canoeing with Eagle’s Nest Outfitters you’ll have plenty of time to stop and have a picnic lunch on the riverbank and go for a swim.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, APRIL THROUGH OCTOBER

Paddling on the river is not without risks. Eagle’s Nest Outfitters takes every precaution to ensure your safety; however, we assume no responsibility for your personal safety or loss of personal property. You will be required to sign a liability release form to participate on any trip. Anyone under age 18 will need parental supervision and a liability release form signed by their parents or guardian adult. Requirements are that you must be at least six years of age, in good physical condition and able to swim.