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Chattanooga, TN Fishing Trip — March

Your Chattanooga, TN Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 43°F5" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

25 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CrappieGood
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Spotted BassGood
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
TilapiaGood
Tilapia
Various
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
White PerchGood
White Perch
Various
Freshwater DrumGood
Freshwater Drum
Various
Black CrappieGood
Black Crappie
Various
White CrappieGood
White Crappie
Various
Smallmouth BassFair
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
Guadalupe BassFair
Guadalupe Bass
Various
BluegillFair
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Longnose GarFair
Longnose Gar
Various
Shortnose GarFair
Shortnose Gar
Various
Yellow BassFair
Yellow Bass
Various
Redbreast SunfishFair
Redbreast Sunfish
Various
Redear SunfishFair
Redear Sunfish
Various
Redfin PickerelFair
Redfin Pickerel
Various
Chain PickerelFair
Chain Pickerel
Various
Green SunfishFair
Green Sunfish
Various
BowfinFair
Bowfin
Various
White BassFair
White Bass
Various
Rock BassFair
Rock Bass
Various

March Weather in Chattanooga

65°F
Avg High
43°F
Avg Low
5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

7 Guides Near Chattanooga

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

Scenic City Fishing Charters - Scenic City Fishing Charters
Scenic City Fishing Charters

Scenic City Fishing Charters

5(87)Top Rated

Fishing Guide Service in Chattanooga, Tennessee specializing in catching trophy catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye and crappie on the Tennessee River.

CatfishCrappieLargemouth Bass
Sale Creek, Tennessee
Spotted Dog Outfitters LLC - Spotted Dog Outfitters LLC
Spotted Dog Outfitters LLC

Spotted Dog Outfitters LLC

5(60)Top Rated

Our team of Chattanooga fly fishing guides at Spotted Dog Outfitters offers trips on the Toccoa River, small creeks, and private water.

Cleveland, Tennessee
Scott Patton’s Guide Service - Scott Patton’s Guide Service
Scott Patton’s Guide Service

Scott Patton’s Guide Service

5(9)Top Rated

I am here to help you catch and enjoy your fishing experience, I Guide on Chickamauga Lake, Lake Okeechobee! I have been guiding over 25 years and i fish the BASS Master Opens. I am USCG Licenesd and commercial Guide Insurred.

Birchwood, Tennessee
Southeastern Anglers - Southeastern Anglers
Southeastern Anglers

Southeastern Anglers

5(5)Top Rated

Southeastern Anglers Tennessee fly fishing guides on the Hiwassee River, fly fishing the Holston River, Clinch River flyfishing Cumberland River, Toccoa River fly fishing Tellico River

freshwaterfly fishing
Reliance, Tennessee
Hiwassee River Guides, Bill Stranahan - Hiwassee River Guides, Bill Stranahan
Hiwassee River Guides, Bill Stranahan

Hiwassee River Guides, Bill Stranahan

5(4)Top Rated

Guided Fly Fishing Trips in East Tennessee, Kentucky, & North Georgia. Guided trips on the Hiwassee, Clinch, Holston, & Cumberland Rivers. Trout, Bass, & Musky.

Reliance, Tennessee
Chattanooga Fly Fish - Chattanooga Fly Fish
Chattanooga Fly Fish

Chattanooga Fly Fish

5(1)Top Rated
Signal Mountain, Tennessee
Tn River Guide Service Llc Fishing Charter - Tn River Guide Service Llc Fishing Charter
Tn River Guide Service Llc Fishing Charter

Tn River Guide Service Llc Fishing Charter

Jasper, Tennessee

freshwater
Jasper, 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 / 3

Striped Bass

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

Crappie

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

Catfish

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

Spotted Bass

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

Also Consider Fishing In...

Reliance2 guides · 43 mi

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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • 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

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.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum

Some lakes have different length limits, so check local regulations.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit on catfish 34 inches and less in length. Only one catfish over 34 inches in length may be harvested per day.
Size Limit:No size limit on catfish 34 inches and less in length.

Some lakes and rivers may have site-specific regulations; consult the TWRA fishing guide for details.

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