Fishing Charters in Tennessee
Browse fishing charters in Tennessee that can help you catch crappie.
Open Water Guide Service
Tiptonville, Tennessee
My name is Shane Walley and I am the head guide for Open Water Guide Service. I offer guided crappie and bluegill fishing trips on Reelfoot Lake in Northwest Tennessee.
Reelfootlakefishingguide
Hornbeak, Tennessee
Reelfoot lake fishing guide, reelfoot lake crappie guide, fishing guide, crappie guide.
Ky Lake Crappie Fishing
Crappie Fishing Reports for Kentucky Lake on the Tennessee River, East of the Mississippi
Scenic City Fishing Charters
Fishing Guide Service in Chattanooga, Tennessee specializing in catching trophy catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye and crappie on the Tennessee River.
Medley Fishing School
Trout Fishing Guide Service, also Crappie, Giant Catfish, Walleye, Sauger, Shellcrackers & great fishing, Gardening Tips. 4 bedroom Lodge just .25 miles from Edgar Evins State Park, & .80 mile from the Caney Fork River and Center Hill Dam and Lake. Customer Lodging and full family reunions available. Fall Foliage tours available until end of November. Music venue for your birthday party. Real Estate Appraiser. Cooking Tips for wildgame.
Best Time to Catch Crappie
Crappie can be caught year-round in Oak Hill. Right now in February, activity is Slow.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Crappie
If you're looking to fill your cooler with crappie near Oak Hill, TN, Percy Priest Lake is your best bet. This reservoir is known for its healthy crappie population, offering both black and white crappie. Spring is prime time, as the crappie move into shallower waters to spawn. Look for them around submerged structure like brush piles, fallen trees, and docks in coves and along the edges of the lake. A simple minnow rig or a jig under a bobber is often all you need. Fall can also be productive as the fish feed up before winter. For bank access, check out Anderson Road Recreation Area. Be aware that Percy Priest can get crowded, especially on weekends, so arriving early is key. The crappie in Percy Priest tend to run a bit smaller than in some other Tennessee lakes, but what they lack in size, they make up for in numbers. Don't be afraid to move around until you find a school.
How to Catch Crappie
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Crappie in Oak Hill.
Crappie Fishing Regulations in Tennessee
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
15 per day
Size Limit
10-inch minimum
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Some lakes have different length limits, so check local regulations.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Tennessee state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best bait to use for crappie fishing around Oak Hill?
Minnows and small jigs are popular and effective baits for crappie in the Oak Hill area. Try varying your presentation to see what the fish are biting on that day.
When is the peak season for crappie fishing near Oak Hill, TN?
While you can fish for crappie year-round, the best time is typically during the spring spawning season. Look for them in shallow waters near structure.
What are the regulations for crappie in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, the regulations state that you can keep 15 crappie per day, and they must be at least 10 inches long. Also, you'll need a valid freshwater fishing license.
Are there any size restrictions for crappie I catch near Oak Hill?
Yes, in Tennessee, you can only keep crappie that are 10 inches or longer.
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