Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp boat launch
Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp
The Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp is approximately 20 feet wide and has a sufficient parking area for vehicles and boat trailers. It is a popular destination for boaters, anglers, and water sports enthusiasts, especially during the summer months.
The body of water it services, South Holston Lake, is known for its crystal-clear waters, scenic views, and abundant fish species, including smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, and striped bass. Other popular activities on this lake include kayaking, swimming, and water skiing.
According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, all recreational watercraft are permitted on South Holston Lake, including motorboats, sailboats, and personal watercraft such as jet skis. However, there are specific rules and regulations that must be followed, such as obeying speed limits and ensuring that all safety equipment is on board.
In conclusion, Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp is a concrete boat ramp located in Tennessee that provides access to South Holston Lake. It is approximately 20 feet wide, has a parking area for vehicles and boat trailers, and allows all types of recreational watercraft.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Watauga River At Elizabethton | 354 cfs | → |
| Doe River At Elizabethton | 293 cfs | → |
| N F Holston River Near Gate City | 277 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek At Bristol | 13 cfs | → |
| Nolichucky River At Embreeville | 2,020 cfs | → |
| Big Limestone Creek Near Limestone | 29 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Headwaters To Tn/Va State Line
- Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 100.6) To Mine Branch (Rm 99.3)
- Watauga Reservoir To Tn/Nc State Line
- Confluence With Guest River To Confluence With Little Stony Creek
- Fs Route 700 To Confluence With Clinch River
- Boundary Between Mitchell And Yancy Counties To Nc/Tn Stateline
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Sugar Hollow Boat Ramp.