Mountain City, TN Fishing Trip — May
Your Mountain City, TN Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 68°F / Low 52°F5.5" rain · 19 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
May Weather in Mountain City
68°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
5.5"
Rainfall
19
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
16 Guides Near Mountain City
No guides are based in Mountain City, 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
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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 fly fishing Fishing
- Waders (if not provided)
- Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
- Bug spray
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.
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.
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.