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Camden, TN Fishing Trip — May

Your Camden, TN Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 60°F6.6" rain · 20 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassExcellent
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

May Weather in Camden

74°F
Avg High
60°F
Avg Low
6.6"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

4 Guides Near Camden

No guides are based in Camden, but these guides operate nearby.

Ky Lake Crappie Fishing - Ky Lake Crappie Fishing
Ky Lake Crappie Fishing

Ky Lake Crappie Fishing

5(17)Top Rated

Crappie Fishing Reports for Kentucky Lake on the Tennessee River, East of the Mississippi

freshwaterCrappie
Springville, Tennessee
Cedar Ridge Guide Service - Cedar Ridge Guide Service
Cedar Ridge Guide Service

Cedar Ridge Guide Service

5(9)Top Rated

Professional fishing charter service in Buchanan, Tennessee. Contact us to book your next fishing adventure!

Buchanan, Tennessee
Kentucky Lake Fishing Guide Crappie Action - Kentucky Lake Fishing Guide Crappie Action
Kentucky Lake Fishing Guide Crappie Action

Kentucky Lake Fishing Guide Crappie Action

5(6)Top Rated

Find Kentucky Lake resorts, guides, and information for the Paris Landing area of Kentucky Lake

Springville, Tennessee
Elliotts Guide Service - Elliotts Guide Service
Elliotts Guide Service

Elliotts Guide Service

Greenfield, Tennessee

Licensened Guide on Kentucky/Barkley Lakes for all your fishing needs. Elliott's Guide Service

freshwater
Greenfield, Tennessee
$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
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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 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.

Buy License Online — Tennessee

Species Regulations

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.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Only one Hybrid Striped Bass over 32 inches may be harvested per day.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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