🐟 What fish can you catch in Kingsport?

Most commonly caught species around Kingsport , TN : Largemouth bass - 2,913 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 2,210 reported catches Rainbow trout - 1,933 reported catches Bluegill - 1,184 reported catches Brown trout - 962 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Kingsport fishing reports?

The latest Kingsport , TN fishing reports are: @devinnewman1472 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Clear Creek Lake . @Child_Of_God2012 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Robinette Branch . @wyattcagley reported a nice Freshwater drum . @wyattcagley reported a nice Largemouth bass . @drakeshanks reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Holston River . .

Fishing in Kingsport, TN

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Kingsport, Tennessee?

Anglers in Kingsport , TN recommend these top fishing spots: South Fork Holston River , Boone Lake (South Fork Holston River) , Clinch River , Watauga River , Holston River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Kingsport?

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Tennessee, United States

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Top fish species in Kingsport

Latest Kingsport fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Clear Creek Lake

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Largemouth bass

Robinette Branch

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Freshwater drum

25 in · 7 lb 3 oz

Largemouth bass

23 in · 6 lb

Smallmouth bass

Holston River

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Bluegill

Steele Creek

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Spotted bass

Holston River

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Redear sunfish

South Fork Holston River

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Greengill hybrid

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Channel catfish

Hardin Park Pond

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Fishing regulations in Kingsport

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Tennessee can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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Purchase your Tennessee fishing license on the Go Outdoors Tennessee website.

No size limit. No more than 5 black bass per day in any combination of species may be taken. This aggregate limit includes Largemouth, Smallmouth, Spotted, and Coosa Bass.

Several waters have exceptions to these statewide limits. Refer to TWRA for a full list of exceptions to statewide limits.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

36°31′20.6″N 82°32′43.1″W

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FAQ about Kingsport fishing

Anglers in Kingsport, TN recommend these top fishing spots: South Fork Holston River, Boone Lake (South Fork Holston River), Clinch River, Watauga River, and Holston River.

Most commonly caught species around Kingsport, TN:

Largemouth bass - 2,913 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 2,210 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 1,933 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,184 reported catches
Brown trout - 962 reported catches

The latest Kingsport, TN fishing reports are:

@devinnewman1472 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Clear Creek Lake.
@Child_Of_God2012 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Robinette Branch.
@wyattcagley reported a nice Freshwater drum.
@wyattcagley reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@drakeshanks reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Holston River.

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