Guided Fly Fishing Trips in Knoxville | Clinch & Holston Rivers
Professional Fly Fishing Guide Services in Knoxville, TN
Fly Fishing in Knoxville offers world-class fly fishing opportunities. Join Captain Jeff Sharpe, owner of JA Sharpe Fly Fishing for professional, fully customized fly fishing trips on the Clinch River and Holston River, designed for every skill level—from beginners learning to cast to seasoned anglers chasing trophy trout and smallmouth bass. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing float trip, a technical wade fishing experience, or a guided corporate outing, I provide the local expertise, high-quality gear, and instructional support needed for a successful day on the water. Join me to discover the best fly fishing opportunities in East Tennessee and create memorable days on the river.”
Why Choose Us
Expert Local Knowledge
Experience is the difference between a frustrating day and a trophy photo. With a decade of guiding the Clinch and Holston, I specialize in simplifying complex fly fishing techniques. Whether you need to refine your presentation or learn how to tackle selective trout, I’m here to shorten your learning curve and maximize your time on the water.
We Provide All the Gear
Fly fishing shouldn’t be complicated. If you’re visiting the Knoxville area, Gatlinburg, or the Great Smoky Mountains and didn’t pack your gear, I’ve got you covered. I provide top-tier rods, reels, flies, leaders, and tippet—everything you need for a successful day on the water. I also pack a delicious, ‘meat-and-two’ style lunch, so all you have to do is show up, gear up, and cast
Trips For All Skill Levels
Whether you’re a beginner learning your first cast or a seasoned angler chasing a trophy trout, I offer fully customized fly fishing trips for every skill level. The Clinch and Holston Rivers offer world-class fly fishing, from high-volume trout days to the hunt for a true giant. Let me put my local experience to work—I’ll ensure you have the right setup and strategy to land the fish of a lifetime
What to expect on your guided fly fishing trip
Customized Itinerary: Whether you’re interested in a full day of technical wade fishing or a relaxing drift boat trip down the Clinch or Holston, every trip is tailored to your goals and experience level.
Professional Instruction: I provide expert, one-on-one coaching to help you improve your casting, reading water, and presentation skills—no matter where you are in your fly fishing journey.
All-Inclusive Gear: Don’t worry about the logistics. I provide premium fly rods, reels, flies, leaders, and waders. All you need to bring is a valid fishing license and a sense of adventure.
Hearty Riverside Lunch: On all full-day excursions, I pack a delicious, “meat-and-two” style lunch so you can stay energized and focused on the water.
Safety & Expertise: My priority is a safe, productive, and memorable day. You’ll benefit from years of local knowledge, ensuring you’re in the right spots at the right times to target trophy trout.
Ready to get on the water?
Call us at 865-936-1557
to check availability and book your guided trip today!
Links to area Lodging
Below are some links to area lodging and dining close to the Rivers I fish. If you need help with any specifics for area lodging and dining when you are coming to fish with me or if you just want to talk fly fishing please feel free to CONTACT ME.
Lodging for the Clinch River
Hampton Inn Clinton
The Hampton Inn in Clinton is approximately ten minutes to the access areas and boat ramps on the Clinch River. It is also really convenient to all of the restaurants the area has to offer.
The Holiday Inn Clinton
The Holiday Inn in Clinton is approximately ten minutes to the access areas and boat ramps on the Clinch River. It is also really convenient to all of the restaurants the area has to offer.
Norris Dam State Park
The Norris Dam State Park offers Camp Site, RV Sites and Cabin Rentals. It is conveniently located at Norris Dam giving you access to the upper river access areas and boat ramps.
Quality Inn of Clinton
The Quality Inn in Clinton is approximately ten minutes to the access areas and boat ramps on the Clinch River. It is also really convenient to all of the restaurants the area has to offer.
Lodging for the Holston River
Cherokee Dam Campground
Located at Cherokee Dam, the Cherokee Dam Campground offers both Tent and RV Sites as well as boat ramps to both the Holston River and Cherokee Lake.
Fairfield Inn and Suites Knoxville East
The Fairfield Inn and Suites Knoxville East is in the group of the closest lodging locations to the Holston River. You are ten minutes to downtown Knoxville from this location and there are several area restaurants within walking distance.
Hampton Inn Knoxville East
The Hampton Inn Knoxville East is also in the group of the closest lodging locations to the Holston River. You are ten minutes to downtown Knoxville from this location and there are several area restaurants within walking distance.
Holiday Inn Express Knoxville East
The Holiday Inn Express Knoxville East is also in the group of the closest lodging locations to the Holston River. You are ten minutes to downtown Knoxville from this location and there are several area restaurants within walking distance.
Panther Creek State Park
Panther Creek State Park is located in Morristown, Tennessee and is twenty minutes to downtown Morristown. There is a large selection of restaurants to choose from in Morristown and you are approximately twenty minutes to Cherokee Dam from this location.