fishing in the smokies

[caddis fly]

Being new to the area, and new to flyfishing, where would y'all recommend a newbie try his luck initially in the park? I have heard some horror stories about fishing Abrams Creek as well as that Abrams Creek holds some good fishing. Given that I am apparently not experienced enough to wade this stretch of water, where would you recommed a newbie to cut his teeth and still have some chance at catching something?