Cantrell Creek Trout Fish Farm

Yesterday I visited one of Transylvania Counties most high tech Fish Farms, and wanted to share my experience. Since pictures and videos speak a thousand words I thought you would enjoy seeing an operating trout fish farm and see us dip out a couple rainbow trout ready for the Chef in the family. TransylvaniaCounty or the Brevard NC area has always been known for some of the finest trout ever produced. Our waters are crystal clear, cold and fast running which are 3 of the key requirements of raising rainbow trout.

First here are a couple videos I posted on YouTube and at the bottom of the page you will see a link to the Fish Farm Web Site. The Trout Farm is located in an area of pristine timber lands in a cove nestled between some gorgeous property. The water is so clear I would not hesitate to take a long cool drink as it comes out of over 6000 undeveloped acres.

Dipping fish from the last run that are ready to sell or better yet eat! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmK6LJtOwyM 

Trout Farm Runs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2t3j_Z9qMvI

Link to Cantrell Creek Trout Farm http://www.stockrainbow.com/  

Here is an article from NCDA and about fishing here.

Cold, clear waters from the mountains of western North Carolina provide an excellent home for farm raised rainbow trout. North Carolina is the second largest producer of trout in the United States. Trout production in our mountains provides work and fun in one package.

Recreational trout fishing in these ponds requires no fishing license or elaborate equipment. Trout farms are located throughout our mountains, so why not plan on catching your own trout meal! Better yet...since there are no limits, catch your next meal and enough to take home to enjoy later!

Pure mountain waters yield clean, healthy and easy to catch trout - a great family outing for young and old alike. Make North Carolina trout part of your vacation plans!

There is no other fish quite like trout. Trout has a special, delicate flavor, which is delicious in itself, or it can be enhanced by the addition of various batters and sauces. There are no great mysteries to its successful preparation. So, for a quick, nutritious dinner...Try North Carolina trout!