Frisky trout, crisp, cool air and brilliant foliage - just a short drive from home.

Family-owned and operated Headwaters Outfitters (www.headwatersoutfitters.com) sits at the headwaters of the French Broad River, less than five hours from Birmingham between Cashiers and Brevard, NC.

The professionals at Headwaters are your perfect companions for a getaway weekend in the western North Carolina mountains, featuring private water, trophy trout, expert guides and brilliant fall colors.

Two days guided fishing on private streams, either the North Fork of the French Broad or the Horsepasture River (depending on water levels and availability).

The water is beautiful and secluded and home to native and stocked rainbow, brown and brook trout.

At the end of the day, lie about your fish and enjoy a friendly game of darts and a local craft beer at the Forks of the River Taproom, located on site at Headwaters Outfitters.

Someone not a fisherman? There are miles of beautiful hiking trails and wonderful restaurants, craft breweries and interesting shops to explore.

*Limited to two fishermen. You will be the only rods on the water.

*A professional guide will be with you every step of the way, assisting with fly selection and proper technique and providing fly fishing instruction if needed.

*The guide fee is included in the package, but guide tips are not.

*Schedule your dates directly with Headwaters Outfitters.

*Dates are subject to availability and must be between now and December 31, 2018.

*Lodging not included, but excellent choices at a range of prices are available in Cashiers (30 minutes from the shop) or Brevard (15 minutes from the shop). Booking through Airbnb.com or HomeAway.com is easy.