The Local Angler Fly Fishing Austin & Central Texas

Winner of the 2020 National Outdoor Book Award for Outdoor Adventure Guidebooks

Central Texas may be one of America's best-kept fly-fishing secrets.

From secluded spring-fed creeks beneath towering limestone cliffs to broad pools dotted with lily pads and water willow, the waterways surrounding Austin offer remarkable opportunities for fly anglers. With Texas native and award-winning outdoor writer Aaron Reed as your guide, discover dozens of accessible wades and paddling adventures, all within easy reach of the city.

Explore clear-running streams, paddle deep and slow-moving rivers, and cast for an extraordinary variety of freshwater fish. Visit the southernmost trout fishery in the United States below Canyon Lake Dam, pursue native Guadalupe bass, and discover the only cichlid native to the United States. In some waters, you might catch more than half a dozen species in a single outing.

Whether you have a few hours to spare or an entire weekend to explore, Fly Fishing Austin & Central Texas makes it easy to get on the water. Detailed maps, accessible route descriptions, insider advice, and more than 300 stunning color photographs provide everything you need to discover the region's exceptional fishing opportunities.

Inside this award-winning guide:

49 detailed on-the-water route descriptions covering 12 featured streams More than 100 legal access points along 19 creeks and rivers Full-color maps identifying stream access points More than 300 full-color photographs Dozens of local angler-friendly restaurants, breweries, and gathering places Regional and natural history, from prehistoric times to the present Descriptions of common local plants and wildlife A comprehensive introduction to Texas river-access laws Practical tips for introducing children to fly fishing Advice on selecting rods, reels, and fly lines for local waters and species Information about local fly shops and professional guide services The mysterious legend of Round Rock's “Hairy Man” Where to find and how to catch trophy rainbow trout
Whether you're a lifelong Texas angler or visiting the Hill Country for the first time, Fly Fishing Austin & Central Texas is your passport to the adventure, beauty, and surprising diversity of fishing in the heart of the Lone Star State.