Wilson Andrews Lost Cove North Harper Streams within the upper Wilson Creek Area support a diversity of backcountry trout fishing opportunities within Avery and Caldwell Counties. This area is close to Morganton, Lenoir, Grandfather Mountain, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, and is easily accessible by car. From Highway 221 near Grandmother Mountain, turn onto SR 1514 and follow to intersection with FS 192. Turn right onto FS 192. This road crosses Wilson and Andrews Creeks.
Trails follow both creeks.
Follow SR 1514 to intersection with FS 981, near Mortimer Campground. Turn right onto FS 981 and follow to several trailheads for Lost Cove Creek. FS 981 turns into SR 1511 and intersects the Blue Ridge Parkway near the Town of Linville. Follow SR 1514 to intersection with FS 464 . Turn right onto FS 464 and follow to several trailheads for the Harper Creek area.