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Fishing in Tennessee

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Top fishing waters in Tennessee

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Old Hickory Lake (Cumberland River)

Tennessee, United States

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J. Percy Priest Reservoir (Stones River)

Tennessee, United States

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Chickamauga Lake (Tennessee River)

Tennessee, United States

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Fort Loudoun Lake (Tennessee River)

Tennessee, United States

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Kentucky Lake / Tennessee River

Tennessee, United States

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Cumberland River (TN)

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About Tennessee fishing

Tennessee offers bass-rich reservoirs, trout streams in the Smokies, and catfish in major rivers. Its diverse freshwater habitats provide year-round opportunities for anglers of all levels.

Tennessee fishing license

Tennessee requires a fishing license for anglers 16+. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual and short-term, available online or at authorized retailers.

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Top fish species caught in Tennessee

Bass
Bass
Sunfish
Sunfish
Trout
Trout
Catfish
Catfish
Crappie
Crappie
Striped bass
Striped bass
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Biggest catches in Tennessee

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State records of caught fish in Tennessee

SpeciesWeightChannel catfish41 lbsRainbow trout18.5 lbsLargemouth bass15.2 lbsSmallmouth bass11.9 lbsSpotted bass6.1 lbsBluegill3 lbs

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Channel catfish

Douglas Lake

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Largemouth bass

Woods Reservoir (Elk River)

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Redear sunfish

Fort Loudoun Lake (Tennessee River)

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Largemouth bass

Melton Hill Lake (Clinch River)

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Largemouth bass

Melton Hill Lake (Clinch River)

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Melton Hill Lake (Clinch River)

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Largemouth bass

Melton Hill Lake (Clinch River)

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Rock bass

Tennessee River

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Largemouth bass

Germantown Youth Education Pond

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Germantown Youth Education Pond

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Fishing regulations in Tennessee

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FAQ about Tennessee fishing

Fishing regulations in Tennessee, United States vary by location, species, and season. Rules may include size limits, bag limits, licensing requirements, and protected areas. Because regulations are managed locally and can change throughout the year, it's important to check the latest official guidance before fishing.

To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the to explore local rules, discover popular waters, and see what other anglers are catching across United States.
Some of the most popular species anglers target in Tennessee, United States include Rainbow trout, Largemouth bass, and Bluegill. The best species often depend on season, water type, and location within the country.

For more detailed, real-time insights, the shows which species are being caught near you and what baits are working best across United States.
Some of the most popular fishing spots in Tennessee, United States include Old Hickory Lake (Cumberland River), J. Percy Priest Reservoir (Stones River), and Chickamauga Lake (Tennessee River). Anglers across the country fish a wide range of waters, with opportunities varying by region and season.

With the , you can explore local hotspots anywhere in United States, see recent catches, and find out what's working near you.
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Cities in Tennessee
NashvilleMemphisKnoxvilleChattanoogaClarksvilleMurfreesboroJohnson CityKingsportFranklinJacksonClevelandBristolMorristownBartlettHendersonvilleSmyrnaColliervilleCookevilleSpring HillGallatin
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