WELCOME TO
East Tennessee’s Best Fly Fishing Guide Service
Appalachian Outdoors
Year-round professionally guided fishing trips on the South’s premier destination fisheries. Our team of expert guides will lead you through the most exquisite waterways in Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, and Southwestern Virginia. We offer a diverse range of fishing excursions, including floating on East Tennessee's renowned tailwaters, the South Holston, or the Watauga rivers for brown and rainbow trout. Maybe you're drawn to wading the serene backcountry of Appalachia in search of native brook trout or perhaps you prefer the thrill of topwater fishing for smallmouth bass. Regardless of your level of expertise, our guides will work hard to ensure that every angler's needs and preferences are met. Book a guided fishing trip with us for an unforgettable experience.
The South Holston & Watauga Rivers stand out as some of the top trout fishing destinations in the world. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, there are over 35 miles of breathtaking scenic water to float with fish numbers soaring between 6,000 to 10,000 fish per mile, anglers are in for a treat. With recreational summer generations flowing cold clean water, these trout are always happy. The South Holston and Watauga tailwaters are a haven for trophy trout, providing the perfect opportunity to hook that fish of a lifetime on your next cast.
About Us
At Appalachian Outdoors, fly fishing is more than a sport—it's a way of life. Founded by Korey Hartley, a lifelong adventurer with a deep-rooted passion for water and the great outdoors, our mission is to share the joy and excitement of fly fishing with anglers of all levels.
Our goal here at Appalachian Outdoors is to help every angler, regardless of experience or skill level, to develop a deep love and passion for the art of fly fishing. Every one of our guides has a passion for teaching others about the amazing fisheries we have and are committed to sustaining them for the next generation of anglers.
From the mountain waters of East Tennessee’s high country to float trips on local tailwaters, Appalachian Outdoors is dedicated to delivering expert-guided trips that connect you to nature, adventure, and the joy of a tight line.
Our Guided Trips
We offer the most extensive guided fly fishing trips in the region. From float trips on local tailwaters to wading in high country streams for native brookies. We tailor every trip to your goals, interests and skill level.
Check out where we fish and see what catches your eye for what you’re looking for. Our guides have been fishing these waters for years and know how to put you on the fish.
