The Heart of Fly Fishing

Fish the storied Beaverkill River, birthplace of American dry fly fishing.

Where Legends Cast

Guests of the Inn enjoy exclusive access to a mile of the storied upper Beaverkill—just steps from our porch. Thanks to recent stream habitat enhancements, trout are thriving like never before. The season is open year-round, and the fishing has never been better. Join us on the river.

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    Book a Private Guide

    From scenic Delaware floats to midnight fly-fishing under the stars, the Inn offers guided tours with the Wulff School of Fly Fishing—customized for all ages and skill levels.

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    Gear Rentals

    Whether you're just starting out, testing the waters before investing, or your rod gave out on the way here—we’ve got you covered. The Inn offers fly fishing gear rentals so you can enjoy the Beaverkill River stress-free.

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    Wulff School of Fly Fishing

    The Wulff School of Fly Fishing has always been a personal school. Starting in 1979, it was Lee's and my dream to share, with willing enthusiasts, the skills and lore of our wonderful sport.

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    Purchase Fishing License

    Though the Inn offers access to private waters, you will still need to purchase a fishing license. You can do so through the DEC’s website linked below.

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The Heart of Fly-Fishing History

Nestled along the legendary Beaverkill River—widely regarded as the birthplace of American dry fly-fishing—the Beaverkill Valley Inn offers unmatched access to one of the sport’s most storied waters. Fed by over 100 pristine tributaries from the surrounding "forever wild" forests and high Catskills peaks, the Beaverkill flows for 45 miles before joining the Delaware River, carrying with it generations of fly-fishing tradition.

Renowned early conservationists and anglers like Theodore Gordon and John Burroughs were drawn to the magic of these waters. That legacy lives on today, just upstream of the Inn at the Wulff School of Fly-Fishing, founded in 1979 by Joan and Lee Wulff. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, the Beaverkill Valley Inn offers a front-row seat to the history, beauty, and excitement of fly-fishing in the Catskills.

A person fishing in a serene river surrounded by lush green forested hills. Photo by Clay Banks.
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  • The Inn has one mile of private Beaverkill River for fly fishing only. It is Catch and Release, and we prefer the use of barbless hooks. You must be a registered Inn guest to fish this water, a fishing pass will be issued to you at check in with a stream map.

  • The Inn has rods with reels and line for a $25 per day rental fee. Waders and wading shoes in all sizes are stocked and are complimentary during your stay.

  • The Inn's fishing expert is "The Catskill Angler," local fishing guru Nick Rubicco. Nick can teach casting lessons and arrange all sorts of private fishing tours for guests of all ages and activity levels

  • Yes, we carry locally tied, hand crafted flies of the season, available with other fishing equipment for your convenience.

  • Yes there is a close-by lake for bait fishing

  • The Wulff School is only 1 mile upstream from the Inn.

Fly Fishing Questions