Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
5.0/5 (86 reviews)
TWRA boat ramp, Sevierville, TN 37876, United States–
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company
5.0/5 (86 reviews)
TWRA boat ramp
Sevierville, TN, United States
Smoky Mountain Fishing Company is here to show you the stunning waters of East Tennessee.
Species like Smallmouth Bass, Striper and more could be biting, depending on the time of year. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
Capt. Derek runs a 22' Excel bay boat with room for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Capt. Derek will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures.
You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Lunch is provided, just reach out to learn more, especially if you have any dietary needs.
Now, time to hit the water with Smoky Mountain Fishing Company!
Rating
5.0
86 reviews
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (99)
+93
What anglers say
100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish
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Michael Curry
5.0
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New
Fishing At Its Finest
6 Hour Trip – Float on April 15, 2026 • 2 adults
Booked this trip for my husband and brother in law while vacationing in Pigeon Forge and they had an amazing trip. Derek their guide was very knowledgeable of the area and fishing. He was fun and made sure our guys had a great time. They both caught many fish and aome big ones. Highly recommend Derek if you’re in the area and looking to take a guided trip.
Reported catch:
0
Prathen Allen
5.0
Verified
Captain derek is a true fishing guide
4 Hour Trip – Float on March 14, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children
Cant say enough about Derek. he put us in the right spot from the jump, we immediately were catching fish. He was very professional but also easy going and down to earth, you knew immediately he knew exactly what he was doing. Never a dull moment the entire trip, he related very well with both of my sons (11/12), kept them entertained and laughing the entire time. I would book another trip with him anytime we are the East
Tennessee area. Thank you for a good time Derek.
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Josh Gray
5.0
Verified
First Guide Trip from Gatlinburg
4 Hour Trip – Float on July 20, 2025 • 2 adults
First and foremost, Captain Alston was the best. I've done several guided trips salt water fishing and have never had a guide as personable, patient, and willing to share his knowledge and experience as this trip.
While the fishing was not super hot, he let us know going into the trip. "We're fishing quality, not quantity, unless you want me to put on a bunch of little fish."
We are all about quality and he did not disappoint! My son hooked what looked to be an 18-20" Rainbow, but lost it right at the boat. I then hooked my own PR Rainbow (22-24) AND landed it in the boat... after some fist bumps and warranted smack talk to my oldest boy, we continued to motor (row) on and nabbed a few smallies, as well. All and all a great and highly recommended trip! You can't go wrong with this ambitious, motivated Captain who is just as excited to put you on the fishing as if he caught the beasts himself!
Reported catch:
1
Maeven Sipes
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip for first time!
4 Hour Trip – Float on April 2, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
This was our kids' first time fishing and Derek took us to a great spot so everyone was able to catch something. We got to try both dropping the bait and casting. It was a beautiful morning on the water!
Reported catch:
0
Calvin Sikes
5.0
Verified
Summer 2025
4 Hour Trip – Float on June 16, 2025 • 4 adults
My father in-law, nephew, and son took this trip and we really enjoyed it. We are big fisherman in Texas so it was great fishing new waters and for new fish. Derick showed us all around the lake and explained everything to us well. When we arrived he had a cooler of drinks iced down for us and was just a really outgoing person. I think I enjoyed just having conversations with him rather than fishing. If we return I will definitely be booking again and I highly recommend to use this guide.
Reported catch:
1
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4 Hour Trip – Float
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Float
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating
5.0
86 reviews
5
83
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (99)
+93
What anglers say
100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish
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Showing 1 – 5 of 86 reviews
Michael Curry
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing At Its Finest
6 Hour Trip – Float on April 15, 2026 • 2 adults
Booked this trip for my husband and brother in law while vacationing in Pigeon Forge and they had an amazing trip. Derek their guide was very knowledgeable of the area and fishing. He was fun and made sure our guys had a great time. They both caught many fish and aome big ones. Highly recommend Derek if you’re in the area and looking to take a guided trip.
Reported catch:
0
Prathen Allen
5.0
Verified
Captain derek is a true fishing guide
4 Hour Trip – Float on March 14, 2026 • 1 adult • 2 children
Cant say enough about Derek. he put us in the right spot from the jump, we immediately were catching fish. He was very professional but also easy going and down to earth, you knew immediately he knew exactly what he was doing. Never a dull moment the entire trip, he related very well with both of my sons (11/12), kept them entertained and laughing the entire time. I would book another trip with him anytime we are the East
Tennessee area. Thank you for a good time Derek.
0
Josh Gray
5.0
Verified
First Guide Trip from Gatlinburg
4 Hour Trip – Float on July 20, 2025 • 2 adults
First and foremost, Captain Alston was the best. I've done several guided trips salt water fishing and have never had a guide as personable, patient, and willing to share his knowledge and experience as this trip.
While the fishing was not super hot, he let us know going into the trip. "We're fishing quality, not quantity, unless you want me to put on a bunch of little fish."
We are all about quality and he did not disappoint! My son hooked what looked to be an 18-20" Rainbow, but lost it right at the boat. I then hooked my own PR Rainbow (22-24) AND landed it in the boat... after some fist bumps and warranted smack talk to my oldest boy, we continued to motor (row) on and nabbed a few smallies, as well. All and all a great and highly recommended trip! You can't go wrong with this ambitious, motivated Captain who is just as excited to put you on the fishing as if he caught the beasts himself!
Reported catch:
1
Maeven Sipes
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip for first time!
4 Hour Trip – Float on April 2, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
This was our kids' first time fishing and Derek took us to a great spot so everyone was able to catch something. We got to try both dropping the bait and casting. It was a beautiful morning on the water!
Reported catch:
0
Calvin Sikes
5.0
Verified
Summer 2025
4 Hour Trip – Float on June 16, 2025 • 4 adults
My father in-law, nephew, and son took this trip and we really enjoyed it. We are big fisherman in Texas so it was great fishing new waters and for new fish. Derick showed us all around the lake and explained everything to us well. When we arrived he had a cooler of drinks iced down for us and was just a really outgoing person. I think I enjoyed just having conversations with him rather than fishing. If we return I will definitely be booking again and I highly recommend to use this guide.
Reported catch:
1
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Boat category
Center console boatsCapacity
4 personsBoat length
23 ftYear built
2024Boat manufacturer
ExcelBoat type
Bay boatEngine model
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1 x 175HP