Brownsville, TN Fishing Trip — May
Your Brownsville, TN Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 60°F9.2" rain · 23 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentFlathead Catfish
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
May Weather in Brownsville
76°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
9.2"
Rainfall
23
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
9 Guides Near Brownsville
No guides are based in Brownsville, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For freshwater / bowfishing Fishing
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
Tennessee Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$28
Non-Resident$50
Requirements
Required for ages 13+. Covers all public waters including trout.
Species Regulations
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Only one flathead catfish over 34 inches may be harvested per day.
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Some lakes and rivers may have different length limits. Check specific regulations for the waterbody you intend to fish.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum
Only one Striped Bass over 32 inches may be harvested per day.