Striper Bandit Guide Service is located in Morristown, TN and offers to show you a memorable time on beautiful Cherokee Lake in East Tennessee.
"If I could give 50 stars, I would!! Jaime was super flexible and accommodating as we had booked a really tight schedule of back-to-back excursions during our visit!" — Karen,
Explore Douglas Lake with Captain Skylar Hamilton Looking for a day on the water that’s both exciting and relaxing? Join Skylar Hamilton Guide Service for a memorable fishing adventure on Douglas Lake in Jefferson County, Tennessee, nestled at the foothil
"Captain Hamilton is flat out awesome. He is the best charter captain we have ever had." — Rachel,
We specialize in Striped Bass Fishing on the area lakes and rivers around the Great Smoky Mountains. We also catch Walleye, Smallmouth, Largemouth, Catfish and numerous other freshwater species.
"Captain Joe is awesome! This was my first time and my wife’s first time ever fishing for stripers and he made the trip so entertaining and so fun." — Kris,
MEETING BOAT RAMP VARIES! From giant Blue Catfish to delicious Sauger, Top Knox Fishing is your one stop shop for anything fishing in the Tennessee River Valley area.
"We had an awesome fishing trip with Mark! He was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and really knew where to find the big fish." — Oleksandr,
Nathan Mountain outdoors specializes in getting groups on big Bass in the lakes nestled around the Great Smoky Mountains.
"We had an awesome fishing morning on Douglas Lake with Captain Nate!" — Lisa,
StriperXtreme is freshwater fishing charter run by Captain Bobby Crabtree during the entire year.
"I purchased this trip for my Husband, Son, and Step Dad to have a great time together." — Tracy,
''The name of the game around here is fly fishing, and that's exactly what you'll do. I've been fly fishing for over five decades and have been a guide for two plus decades.
"Mark is a wealth of information and very patient. He not only showed us where to fish but how to as well." — Robert,
Looking for a fun day of fishing in East Tennessee? Whether you want to target catfish or simply catch a variety of freshwater species, Captain Billy builds each trip around current conditions and what's biting.
"Grandson and I were on fish within minutes of entering the river and it was non-stop fun." — Mark,
''Welcome to the ultimate fly fishing adventure in the Great Smoky Mountains! This will be an experience you'll remember for a lifetime. We are excited to offer an all-inclusive trip that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Grainger County in East Tennessee offers exceptional freshwater fishing experiences centered around Cherokee Lake, a prime destination for anglers seeking diverse species and scenic landscapes. Nestled near the Great Smoky Mountains, this area provides year-round opportunities to target Striped Bass, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth Bass through guided charters. Cherokee Lake's vast waters hosted the prestigious Bassmaster Classic in 2019, showcasing its trophy bass potential and thriving ecosystem.
Beyond Cherokee Lake, the county features accessible bank fishing spots like Buffalo Creek and Graveston Mill Pond, where anglers regularly catch panfish, catfish, and bass. Nearby rivers such as the Watauga provide regulated trout fishing zones with catch limits and bait restrictions for sustainable angling. The region's interconnected waterways, including Norris Lake and Fort Loudoun Lake, allow multi-species adventures against the backdrop of Appalachian foothills.
Professional fishing charters in Grainger County leverage local expertise to navigate these productive waters, offering half-day or full-day trips tailored to seasonal patterns and target species. With convenient access from Knoxville and proximity to Smoky Mountain attractions, this destination combines quality fishing with Appalachian wilderness immersion for both novice and experienced anglers.
