SOUTH HOLSTON RIVER FLY FISHING

SOUTH HOLSTON FLY FISHING

South Holston River, or “SoHo,” is a 14-mile tailwater that starts at the South Holston Dam and eventually flows into Boone Lake. It is the sister to the beautiful Watauga River.

As a tailwater, the water temperature in the South Holston stays consistent in all seasons. This provides plenty of fly fishing opportunities all year round.

The beautiful SoHo has earned a reputation for being one of the best rivers in the United States for trout fishing. The SoHo has around 8,500 brown and rainbow trout per mile, ranging from 16 to 22 inches long. These wild brown trout are unique for a tailwater.

You can wade the South Holston when the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) isn’t generating. Otherwise, you’ll need a drift boat to fly fish in the river. Here at East Tennessee Guide Service, we believe you will do better fishing-wise on a boat.

Our fly fishing guide will show you the beauty of the South Holston Lake and its surrounding areas.

Young Boy Holding Fish in Boat

WILDLIFE IN SOUTH HOLSTON

The South Holston River is home to various fish and aquatic insects. These are just a sampling of the wildlife you may see during our fishing trip together!
Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Blue-Winged Olives
Sulphur Mayflies
Crane Flies
Caddis
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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.