The traditional depiction of a fisherman is that of a lone man, seeking either the ideal spot of tranquillity in the wild waves of the ocean, or quiet moments in front of a river, lost in the beauty of nature. In an increasingly social age, however, it’s no surprise that even fishing is turning into a collective movement, one capable or bringing people together rather than scattering them across remote parts of the country.
Among the freshest reincarnations of fishing, that of a family activity is perhaps the most inspiring, easily turning into an educational moment of discovery. This is a tendency that is now growing even stronger in the US, thanks to the beauty of many natural available for all families who love to take their fishing rods on the sides of unspoilt rivers and lakes.
To help you make up your mind about the next fishing trip with your loved ones, here are our three favourite spots around the US:
Columbia Park Family Fishing Pond – Washington State
Washington State’s oldest and most memorable fishing area for family, Columbia Park has all it takes to make you and your little ones feel at home, with children below 14 allowed to fish for free. Typical warm-water fish is available here, with pan fish being the most common catch. Signs and dedicated trails are also there to help your kids learn more about the art of fishing and the different aquatic species.
Teton Valley Lodge, Driggs – Idaho
With seven all-inclusive fishing packages available, your family will be guided from beginning to end at this unique and unspoilt corner of Idaho. With mountains all around, twenty-five fishable areas (wild trout is all the excitement here!) and wooden lodges to enjoy some well-earned rest at the end of your long fishing day, few places in the country can claim to be more idyllic than Teton Valley for your family’s getaway in nature.
Oceanana Resort – Atlantic Beach
Fishing doesn’t necessarily have to be a thing for mountain lovers: it can be amazing in the East Coast as much as it is in the Rocky mountains, and it can turn into something with a soul of its own thanks to the stunning marine environments. If you want to discover what it means to fish at a great spont on the East Coast, take your family over to Atlantic Beach, where Oceanana resort’s 1,000-feet pier is a family favourite. Summer life can be very easy for a fishing family here: tackle, bait and accessories are easily available at the Pier’s fishing shop.
This post was brought to you by Lorna Smith, a freelance writer who enjoys outdoor activities and fishing.
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