# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:00 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Meet at: Roan Mountain State Park Amphitheater Join Roan Mountain State Park and the Elizabethton Elks Lodge for our 43rd annual Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament on Saturday, May 9th (Mother's Day Weekend). This year's trout tournament is strictly for youth ages 4-14 with youth competing in 3 age groups: 4-7, 8-11, and 12-14. Families interested in their youth participating must register their youth participants in person at the amphitheater from 7-9AM before fishing begins. The event times and details are as follows: Trout Tournament Schedule: 7:00AM-9:00AM - Participant Fisherman Registration @ Amphitheater 9:00AM-1:00PM - Trout Fishing Tournament within the boundaries of the Doe River (see rules) Noon-2:00PM - Fish judging and prize preparations @ Amphitheater 2:00PM-3:00PM - Prize Award Ceremony @ Amphitheater Tournament Rules: Tournament is limited to 350 participating youth fishermen/women. Youth participants must provide their own fishing gear and bait/tackle. Fishing tournament boundaries include the Doe River within Roan Mountain State Park and along Highway 143 North of the Park to Magill Memorial Church before the split on Highway 143. Family members may assist youth, but may not fish for them - remember, this is for the kids! Fishing laws are per TN State Law: 7 trout/day (all species) may be kept to present for turn-in for measurements. Keep your best 7! Youth ages 13 and 14 must have a valid TN Fishing License to participate. Youth under the age of 13 may fish without a license. TN offers resident youth ages 13-15 a Junior Fish/Hunt/Trap license for $9.00 plus tax. Judging of fish is by total lengths and weights of all trout presented to the judging table. A tie winner will be decided by total species caught. 1st-3rd place prizes and trophies will be awarded in each age category as well as door prizes awarded to all participating youth. Park Rules and Laws - Rangers will be enforcing fishing regulations, state laws, and parking throughout the park grounds - remember, no parking on grass or sides of roads. You must park in a designated parking area. Food is welcome to be packed by families or participants can claim a lunch from the Elks Lodge Staff at the Amphitheater (hotdogs, chili, fruit, chips, and drinks will be provided by the Elizabethton Elks Lodge). - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/roan-mountain/2026-elks-lodge-youth-trout-tournament/200029907413535 - **Event Categories**: Sports, Kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Roan Mountain - **state**: TN - **country**: United States - **location**: 1015 HWY 143, Roan Mountain, TN, United States, Tennessee 37687 - **lat**: 36.16324 - **long**: -82.09635 - **full address**: 1015 HWY 143, Roan Mountain, TN, United States, Tennessee 37687 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/2205dab0346782e0b734aa337adcffd6e5a15a9a18d6ceddcd6caf4d6074551c-rimg-w1024-h1536-dcd7edf4-gmir?v=1775634694 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament being held? - **A:** 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:00 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 1015 HWY 143, Roan Mountain, TN, United States, Tennessee 37687. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament? - **A:** 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament is organized by Roan Mountain State Park. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Elks Lodge Youth Trout Tournament is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Roan Mountain, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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