Guide Trips

Roanoke Angler offers a range of guide trips for a variety of species throughout SW Virginia and East Tennessee. Our guide team is comprised of seasoned, professional guides with a singular goal—give you the best possible experience on the water.

Trip Options

  • Float Trips—TN Trout

    For anglers interested in a full day of fishing, float trips are the best option. Tennessee trout float trips occur on the Watauga River or the South Holston River, two of the nation’s premier tailwater fisheries. This trip is a great option for anglers of all skill levels and offers the opportunity to enjoy idyllic scenery with fishing action throughout the day. Half day floats are available for those who do not wish to spend a full day on the water. All float trips will include the necessary tackle and beverages. Lunch will be provided on full day floats.

    1 or 2 person full day — $550 (plus processing fees)

    1 or 2 person 1/2 day — $450 (plus processing fees)

  • Float Trips—VA/TN Smallmouth

    For anglers interested in a full day of fishing, float trips are the best option. Virginia smallmouth bass float trips will take place on the New River or the James River. Tennessee smallmouth floats will be on the Nolichucky River or the Holston River. This trip is a great option for anglers of all skill levels and offers the opportunity to enjoy idyllic scenery with fishing action throughout the day. All smallmouth float trips will be full day and include the necessary tackle as well as lunch and beverages.

    1 or 2 person full day — $550 (plus processing fees)

  • Jet Boat Trips

    A great option for the exploratory angler, the jet drive motor allows access to less pressured stretches of water or a quick adjustment in the day’s game-plan. High water trout, remote musky and smallmouth, or freight train stripers are all fair game with the jet boat. All jet boat outings are full day trips and will include the necessary tackle, beverages and lunch.

    1 or 2 person full day — $600 (plus processing fees)

  • Dual Species Float Trips

    A combination float gives anglers of all skill levels the excitement of pursuing both trout and striped bass in a single day. These trips occur primarily on the Watauga River throughout the summer, utilizing both fly and spin tackle. Anglers have the option of harvesting a single striped bass per rod. A full day trip includes all necessary tackle, lunch and beverages as well as fish cleaning.

    1 or 2 person — $600 (plus processing fees)

Get fishing faster by purchasing a fishing license ahead of the trip!

Need help planning your trip?

Visit the fly shop and allow the expert staff to answer any questions, or explore our trip planner page for tips on how to make the most out of your experience.