Suggested Fly Fishing Gear List

Reach out with any questions to info@tailwaterslodge.com or we can be reached at 423-573-3999. You can also download and print this Suggested Fly Fishing Gear List. 

Tailwaters Lodge gift shop also carries clothing and flyfishing gear/supplies. 

Open Monday through Friday 8am to 11am and 3pm to 5pm. Saturday and Sunday 9am to 11am.

PACKING LIST

• Fly fishing rod and reel outfit
• Waders
• Wading boots
• Other personal fishing gear
• Rain jacket
• Clothing, fishing and casual
• Wide-brimmed hat, sun/eye protection
• Polarized sunglasses
• Day pack
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellant
• Personal medical supplies, prescriptions
• Personal hygiene supplies, toothbrush, shaving kit, etc. 
• Spare glasses or contacts
• Books and other reading materials 
• Compact binoculars
• Bandana
• Flashlight/headlamp with extra batteries

Clothing Suggestions

Outer Garments

• Waterproof rain jacket, lightweight and packable is best so you can always carry it with you. Fishing specific Gortex or similar products are best. 
• Layer for changing weather conditions! Quick drying synthetic materials such as polyester, nylon, etc. Even if visiting in the summer, packing a fleece jacket or similar wind-blocking outer layer. 
• Long-sleeved, quick drying fishing shirts, pants, and shorts. 
• Gloves and stocking cap. 

Undergarments

• Long underwear, top and bottom, at least one pair. Mid-weight, quick drying is the most versatile. For cold weather and water, use heavy underwear or fleece garments under breathable waders. 

Footwear

• Sandals for floating.
• Neoprene booties or socks.
• Non-cotton socks. Smart wool or synthetic fleece is best. 

Fly Fishing Suggestions

Rods and Reels

• 8.5 or 9 foot rod with a 5 or 6 weight floating line is appropriate and versatile.
• 3-4 weight rod for small streams.
• 5-6 weight rod for bigger rivers. 
• Matching reels and lines.
• Sinking tip line.

Leaders and Tippets

• 9-12 foot tapered leaders work well throughout the season.
• Spools of 3x, 4x, 5x, 6x, tippet materials.
• Most versatile leader is 9-foot 4x. 

Waders and Wading Boots

• Lightweight/breathable waders with layers underneath.
• Wading boots. 

Other Standard Gear

• Fishing vest, hip-chest pack or other product to hold gear. 
• fly floatant, paste or powder. 
• Forceps. 
• Net and wading staff.