South Holston Lake, TN

AKA: South Holston Reservoir

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Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Launch Ramps
Boat Rentals
Marinas
Campgrounds & RV Parks
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About South Holston Lake

The picturesque setting of South Holston Reservoir awaits your visit for a day on the water. Located in the northeast corner of Tennessee, South Holston Lake is a scenic boating lake with magnificent views of the Appalachian Mountains which run parallel to the lake. This 10,000 surface-acre reservoir is home to a variety of fish species. Be aware of significant draw downs of water in winter, often lowering the water level 30 feet or more.

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Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

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Boat Rentals

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Marinas

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

421 Bridge Boat Ramp
Located mid lake, at the east end of the South Holston Lake Bridge, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and plenty of paved parking.

Little Oak Campground Boat Ramp
Located in the campground, in the southeast corner of the lake, this is a single-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.

Public Boat Ramp
Located in Sullivan County Observation Knob Park, mid lake, on the west side, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and lots of paved parking.

Whitaker Hollow Park Boat Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, this is a single-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby

Cherokee Trails Campground - 423 391-0118

Cochran's Lakeview Campground - 423 878-8045

Camper's Cove Campground - 423 878-9341

Little Oak Campground - 423 735-1500

Fish Species Present

The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, bluegill, redear sunfish, rock bass, warmouth and white bass at South Holston Lake in Tennessee.