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Types of Bass in Tennessee
Bass fishing spots in Tennessee
Tennessee, United States
Tennessee, United States
Tennessee, United States
Tennessee, United States
Tennessee, United States
Tennessee, United States
Best baits and lures for Bass in Tennessee
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Regulations for Bass in Tennessee
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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 July 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
Seasons
Bag limit
Aggregate
Restrictions & requirements
Required licenses
Additional information
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.
Edibility
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Regulations for
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FAQ
🎣 What Bass species can you catch in Tennessee?
These species can be found in many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
📍 Where are the best places to catch Bass in Tennessee?
The allows anglers to see exact catch locations shared by other members, helping you discover productive fishing spots where Bass have recently been caught.