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Elizabethton, TN Fishing Trip — August

Your Elizabethton, TN Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip

What’s Biting in August

Channel CatfishGood
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

4 Guides Matched

River Dog Adventures - River Dog Adventures
River Dog Adventures

River Dog Adventures

5(59)Top Rated

Whitewater Rafting & Zen Tubing Company Located in The Mountains of East TN. Kayak Rentals & Fishing Gear Rentals Available!

Elizabethton, Tennessee
East Tennessee Fly Fishing - East Tennessee Fly Fishing
East Tennessee Fly Fishing

East Tennessee Fly Fishing

5(12)Top Rated

Fly fishing guide service on the Watauga and South Holston rivers

Elizabethton, Tennessee
Hellbender Outfitters - Hellbender Outfitters
Hellbender Outfitters

Hellbender Outfitters

5Top Rated

Sell Your Gently Used Outdoor Gear and Give It a Sustainable Second Life! We’re accepting high-quality outdoor gear to help it find a new adventure. Sell your items today—whether it’s fly fishing equipment, backpacks, snowboards, skis, rugged outdoor clothing and footwear, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, bicycles, rock climbing gear, and more. Join us in putting your quality gear back into action!

Elizabethton, Tennessee
Watauga Lake Fishing Adventures - Watauga Lake Fishing Adventures
Watauga Lake Fishing Adventures

Watauga Lake Fishing Adventures

Elizabethton, Tennessee

Experience the thrill of Watauga Lake Fishing Adventures with our expert fishing guide. Book your fishing trip today!

freshwater
Elizabethton, 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

Channel 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

Largemouth Bass

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

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

No limit on catfish less than 34 inches in length.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in combination with largemouth and smallmouth bass
Size Limit:No size limit

Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass count as one species for the purpose of creel limits.

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.

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