River Monster Guide Service

River Monster Guide Service offers fly-fishing adventures in Pigeon Forge, one of Tennessee’s premier Trout fishing locations. Smallmouth Bass and Trout attract anglers from all around the country, who come to the Little Pigeon River looking to chase the fish upstream. If you are looking for something different for your next holiday – look no further!

You will be fishing aboard an inflatable boat, which is an ideal vessel to explore what the beautiful waters of Tennessee have to offer. The raft is rated for extreme whitewater will leave you pleased with the experience. Occasionally, a 3 HP Yamaha engine can be used for additional speed. The Captain will keep your catch fresh during the day, as well as pay a lot of attention to safety. The boat is equipped with all the necessary equipment to make sure you have a safe and comfortable trip.

On a day out with River Monster Guide, you will get an opportunity to catch Smallmouth Bass, which usually hang around rocky cover near deep water and chase stocks of Trout, which is a much rewarding experience to any angler. The waters of Pigeon Forge offer a variety of fishing experiences for both novice and seasonal professionals.

A trip with River Monster Guide Service comes inclusive with fly fishing equipment, as well as rods, reels, tackle, and lures to make an outstanding catch possible. The Captain will also offer drinks during the trip, so if you want, you can bring your own food and beverages with you. You will need to purchase a current Tennessee fishing license prior to the trip.

Now take a look at the offered trips, pick the one you like the most, and book the next opening in the captain’s calendar. Once this is done, your next fishing adventure will be waiting!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 30
    US $375
    All anglers looking for an introductory taste of the local fishery will find this trip perfect for them. You'll be able to enjoy your trip with a professional guide, who will show you the best methods to land Smallmouth Bass and Trout on the waters of the Great Smoky Mountains area.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Dec 1
    US $550
    An ideal option for passionate anglers wanting to get the most out of their visit. This trip will allow you to pursue smallmouth bass, largemouth/ spotted bass, and/or trout with Captain Thomas, who is an enthusiastic guide. With all the gear and tackle provided, you only need to bring a current Tennessee fishing license.
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FAQs about River Monster Guide Service

River Monster Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with River Monster Guide Service, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with River Monster Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • Lunch (Full Day Trips Only)

River Monster Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

River Monster Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with River Monster Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Meet the Charter Operator

River Monster Guide Service
Sevierville, Tennessee, United States
42 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since March 2017
I am an avid angler and outdoorsman. I have been fishing for smallmouth bass most of my life, plying the best rivers in Southwestern Virginia, Southern West Virginia, Eastern Tennessee and North Carolina. In 2013 , I was able to fulfill my life-long dream of starting my own charter company and introducing clients and friends to numerous opportunities the waters of the Southern Appalachian’s can offer. I am a strong advocate of catch-and-release, and we constantly strive to protect and preserve the fisheries that we are so fortunate to have in this region.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Boat specs

Star Wonderbug 14 (Inflatable outboard) originally built in 2019. Powered by a 3HP Yamaha engine.

Length
14 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Lunch
Full Day Trips Only

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Older than 8
No Smoking
Catch and Release Mandatory

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 0.5% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 37 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (65)
Half Day Trip on a Cold Day
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
80%
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Tim S.
Narragansett, RI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Full day trip with capt. Tommy.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 26, 2023
My ten year old son and I fished with Tommy for a full day wile visiting Tennessee for a family reunion. Parents if your child...
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Jamesq V.
Stockton, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 21, 2023
We really appreciated that Tommy took the time to make sure we were where we had the best chance at fish. He was honest with...
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Chad T.
Nashville, Tennessee
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip on a Cold Day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 28, 2023
We had some unseasonably cold weather but decided to chance it. Great experience, ended up still landing quite a few small...
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Rod B.
GREAT NCK PLZ, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Thomas

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 17, 2023
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Stan B.
Knoxville, Tennessee
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on June 21, 2022
Tom was a fantastic guide. It is never the quantity of fish I catch with a guide but, rather, the education I get to add with...
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