FLY FISHING IN BRISTOL TN

YOUR PERSONAL GUIDE TO BRISTOL TN FLY FISHING

When you visit the Appalachian Highlands, make sure to take time to enjoy all the activities in the area. The region offers a variety of things to do. Don’t miss out on exploring the beautiful surroundings and being immersed in nature. Take advantage of the opportunities for outdoor recreation by going on a guided trout fishing trip.

East Tennessee Guide Service offers full-day and half-day fishing trips in Bristol TN and the surrounding areas. Create a lasting memory for you and who are with.

Preston Vance, your personal guide, is an expert angler from the area. No one is going to know these waters like him. Every honey hole and exclusive spot.

He will make sure you have a great day on the water while you experience the beauty of our area. This is for any from beginners to fishing enthusiasts. Preston tailors the trip to your specific needs.

Are you ready to experience everything our rivers have to offer? Start planning your trip today!

Man Standing in Boat with Caught Trout on SoHo River

ABOUT BRISTOL TN

“It’s Bristol Baby!” Bristol is a unique city. Home to the Bristol Motor Speedway and many great Fly Fishing spots. People flock to this city for a variety of reasons and keep coming back because of its natural charm and beauty.

It is known as “The Birthplace of Country Music” because of its important role in the early days of country music. This is in addition to its already impressive reputation. The Bristol Sessions are considered monumental events in the history of country music, as they helped to popularize the genre and bring it to a wider audience. The Bristol Sessions also laid the foundation for the development of country music as a distinct genre and influenced many artists who would later become legends in the field.

Bristol Tennessee or Bristol Virginia? The two cities lie on the border between the two states and people collectively call them the “Twin City”. Regardless of which city you are living in, or staying in, you’re going to want to enjoy all that it has to offer.

The South Holston River originates from the South Holston Dam near Bristol, Tennessee, and flows into the Holston River. The clear, cold water makes it one of the premier trout fishing destinations in the southeastern United States.

EXPLORE OUR RIVERS

South Holston River with Smoke on the Water

South Holston River

The beautiful “SoHo” is a tailwater that boasts over 8,500 brown and rainbow trout per mile.

Watauga River Reflecting Mountains & Trees

Watauga River

This “river of plenty” is known as one of the best trout fishing areas in the Southern U.S.

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RECENT FISHING TRIPS

Check out some of our recent guided fly fishing trips.

OUR PRICING

Full-Day Trip

Best For All Skill Levels

$ 495
per boat
  • 8-hour trip
  • Lunch included
  • All gear provided
  • Fishing license required
  • Each boat holds two anglers
  • Recommended for beginners to learn the process & techniques
  • Location dependent on water and weather conditions
Best Value

Half-Day Trip

$ 395
per boat
  • 4-hour trip
  • Snacks and drinks included
  • All gear provided
  • Fishing license required
  • Each boat holds two anglers
  • Location dependent on water and weather conditions

MEET YOUR GUIDE

Preston Vance is a native of East Tennessee and one of the region’s experts on fly fishing. His goal is to provide a memorable and safe experience for you on the water.

Preston Vance & Family

EXPERIENCE EAST TENNESSEE

The river is calling. Create your memorable experience on the water with our expert guided fly fishing trips.