There are various popular spots for fly fishing. Undeniably, the waters of Alaska surpass any fishing one can get in the lower states or in Canada. However, if you prefer to stay closer to home, Alberta, California, Montana and Idaho (among many others) present very good fishing spots. The Rocky Mountain States are favorite places for fly fishing, and one can encounter a good challenge and variety of species in those areas. Don’t think that fly fishing is limited to just cold water states for trout and salmon, however. Bass can provide some great action on fly rod in the southern states, as can carp, drum and other species. On the other side of the globe, New Zealand presents with a geothermal area around Lake Taupo, which is a world-famous trout destination. Southern Chile is another beautiful spot to fly fish.

Saltwater fly fishing has recently gained popularity, with the Gulf Coast and the Florida Keys being the most prevalent spots. Here, the species range from bonefish, redfish and tarpon to bluefish and striped bass along the mid-Atlantic and Northeast coast.

Fly fishing is undoubtedly the most elegant fishing technique, and is definitely worthwhile to learn if you haven’t picked it up yet.

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