Ashokan Adventures at Ashokan Dreams

Ashokan Dreams is a three-room bed-and-breakfast located in West Shokan in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, positioned as a base for exploring the Esopus Creek and surrounding trout waters. The property offers guided fly-fishing and wade-fishing trips focused on wild brown trout in the Esopus Creek, a storied fishery central to American fly-fishing heritage. Guides work with anglers of all skill levels, from novices learning fundamental fly-casting and hatch-matching to experienced…

The fishing year at Ashokan Adventures is centered around the renowned Esopus Creek, a legendary trout fishery. While the exact seasonal peaks aren't detailed, the focus is on experiencing the Catskills' pristine waters, which are the birthplace of American fly fishing. Anglers, from novices to experienced fly fishers, are guided to famous pools and runs to pursue wild trout. The lodge emphasizes learning practical skills and understanding the local hatches, suggesting a year-round opportunity for those seeking to connect with this historic fishery. The Catskill Mountains themselves offer a dynamic backdrop, with spring rains potentially influencing water levels and summer bringing warmer conditions for hatches. The primary offering is fly fishing for trout on the Esopus Creek. The lodge's guides are experienced in teaching novice fly fishers the practical skills needed to enjoy the sport, guiding them to well-known locations within the Catskill Forest Preserve. The emphasis is on experiencing fishing for wild trout and understanding the nuances of matching the hatch, a critical element of successful fly fishing in this region. The opportunity to fish on New York City Watershed lands with a special permit adds another layer to the angling experience.