Finger, TN Fishing Trip — October
Your Finger, TN Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 55°F4.4" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
October Weather in Finger
75°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
4.4"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
9 Guides Near Finger
No guides are based in Finger, 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
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
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.
Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:10-inch minimum
Some lakes have different length limits, so check local regulations.