South Holston River Lodge

Bristol, Tennessee

The South's Premier Fly-Fishing Destination with professionally guided trips on the South Holston River.

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About

South Holston River Lodge is an Orvis® Endorsed all-inclusive fly-fishing lodge located in Bristol, Tennessee. The lodge offers professionally guided fly fishing trips on the famed South Holston River, a Blue Ribbon 15-mile tailrace known for hosting 7,000 to 10,000 trout per mile and a huge population of wild brown trout. The lodge provides premium riverside accommodations, creative meals, and exceptional customer service as part of their all-inclusive experience. As the 2025 Orvis® Endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge of the Year, South Holston River Lodge is the only all-inclusive Orvis® endorsed fly-fishing lodge in the region that specifically caters to the South Holston and Watauga Tailwaters in East Tennessee.

Target Species

Trout

Waters Fished

  • South Holston River
  • Watauga River

Trip Details

Water Type
River
Fishing Methods
Fly Fishing
Trip Types
Full Day, Multi-Day, Wade Trip
Season
Year-round

Certifications

Orvis Endorsed Guide

Location

Bristol, Tennessee

Quick facts

Primary species
Trout
Methods
Fly Fishing
Water
river

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