Dover, TN Fishing Trip — December
Your Dover, TN Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 50°F / Low 35°F1.8" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
5 species
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
LowFlathead Catfish
Various
LowWhite Bass
Various
December Weather in Dover
50°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
1.8"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
3 Guides Near Dover
No guides are based in Dover, 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
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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.
Species Regulations
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:Must be greater than 34 inches
Only one blue catfish greater than 34 inches may be harvested per day.
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
No limit on catfish less than 34 inches in length.
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.
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.