Trout · Southeast

South Holston

Bristol, Tennessee · USA

A cold TVA tailwater with very dense wild browns rising to long sulphur hatches. Wading depends on the generation schedule.

Year-round; sulphur hatch Apr–Oct, peak May–Aug

Target species
Wild brown trout, rainbows
Guide day rate
$4958 hours, 1–2 anglers, via a booking marketplaceSource: captainexperiences.comChecked October 2026
Trip style
DIY-friendly
Access
Wade & float
Public access
Moderate
Crowding
Medium
Difficulty
Advanced
Fly into
TRI Tri-Cities30 min
Low confidence; local shops list no rates

Getting there

Fly into TRI Tri-Cities, then 30 min. About 24 miles (39 km) by road.

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