South Holston River Lodge | World Class Fishing

YOUR HOSTS

JON HOOPER

General Manager
A native of upstate New York, Jon has been fishing & hunting since he was a youngster. With hospitality background he knows the meaning of exceptional customer service & makes everyone's stay at the lodge a memorable experience. Jon is just as comfortable running a week long trip down a remote river in Alaska as he is as the General manager of SHRL.
LYNNE TESTERMAN

Asst. General Manager
Lynne is a native of East TN, her attention to detail and superior customer service makes her a great asset to SHRL. She understand's the true meaning of southern hospitality and strives to make everyone's stay a excellent experience. In addition to her role at SHRL she is also a collegiate and high school basketball official. In her off time she enjoy's flyfishing and spending time with her family.

ANDREW BRIGHT

Fishing Guide
Andrew's family resides in East TN and SW Virginia where he was born and raised. A true natural when it comes to flyfishing and guiding. His carefree attitude and infectious smile is the reason he is one of the most requested guides at the lodge. His dedication to the sport and his knowledge make him a true asset. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned angler, Andrew exceeds all expectations. When he is not guiding or spending time with his wife and daughter. you can find him in the woods scouting for big bucks and gobblers.
JOHN STUNKARD

Fishing Guide
John grew up in Elizabethton, TN. Although he always had a fascination with fishing, he didn't get his first fly rod until 12 years old.From casting to tying, John does it all. While fishing with him, you can expect to learn. His goal is to improve his client's angling prowess while guiding, and his ability to share information keeps them coming back for more. Don't be surprised when you catch him on the river during his few days off. Not only does he love to guide, but he also still loves to fish.

GINA MARCUCCI

Marketing and Web Design
Gina grew up in Minnesota. She graduated from Winona State University with a degree in Mass Communications. Looking for a change of pace & some more real world experience she got in touch with her brother to come work a season at the lodge in 2016. She now heads up all of the design for our marketing materials & website.
TONY MARCUCCI

Accountant / Consultant

Born and raised Minnesotan. Tony made his way to Eastern Tennessee to join his long time friend Jon Hooper. He is just as comfortable running a week long canoe trip through the boundary waters as he is working the books as SHRL off site accountant.

WILL ANDERSEN

Lodge Owner
"In 2007 we purchased the property where we could enjoy time relaxing and hone our skills on some of the best fly-fishing waters in the country. I enjoyed this natural resource so much and knew others would as well, and that's how the South Holston River Lodge was born. I hope you enjoy our little piece of heaven."

SERVICES

ALL-INCLUSIVE
PACKAGES

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Our All-Inclusive fly fishing packages offer the best in riverside accommodations and hospitality. Here at South Holston River Lodge we take your free time very seriously and do everything we can to make [...]

GUIDED FISHING
TRIPS

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A great aspect of fishing a tailwater is that you can fish year round. The South Holston and Watauga rivers east of the Smoky Mountains both offer excellent winter fishing as [...]

SPECIAL EVENTS

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Located right on the river, the South Holston River Lodge offers beautiful scenery and accommodations for your next big event. A dining area for dinner parties or head out [...]

STAND ALONE
CABINS

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What separates our cabin rentals from our other services is that you are entirely on your own. If you feel confident in your fishing and do not mind preparing your own meals this is the service for [...]

"The accomodations are wonderful, the river exceptional. Thank you for all of your efforts to make our weekend of fly fishing fantastic. All of the veterans and active duty personnel were thoroughly impressed and want to return soon. Your willingness to work and support project healing waters and those who served is greatly appreciated. I personally want to thank you for your efforts to accomodate our program of fly fishers in friendship and fidelity. Best regards."

"The South Holston River Lodge is extrodinary on so many levels. The view of the river was so mesmorizing that I allowed myself to be checkmated by an inferior chess player. What other fishing Lodge has such a rare collection of fly fishing books. The food was remarkable, Most notable However, was the kind and thoughtful service of the staff that seemed to anticipate every wish and desire. This is a special place..."

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