The Clinch River is a crown jewel of Appalachian waters, flowing approximately 300 miles from its origin near Tazewell, Virginia through the mountain empire of southwest Virginia and into Tennessee. This diverse waterway travels through Tazewell, Russell, Wise, and Scott counties in Virginia before crossing into Tennessee, where it eventually reaches Norris Dam. Below the dam, the river continues as a tailwater for 13 miles, creating one of the most productive trout fisheries in the eastern United States. The Clinch is renowned for its incredible biodiversity, housing approximately 50 species of freshwater mussels (more than any other river in the world) and over 100 species of non-game fish. With its crystal clear waters, varied habitats, and abundance of game fish, the Clinch River offers anglers an exceptional fishing experience in a breathtaking natural setting.