New Hope, TN Fishing Trip — February

Your New Hope, TN Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 36°F5.9" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
BluegillLow
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

February Weather in New Hope

57°F
Avg High
36°F
Avg Low
5.9"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Near New Hope

No guides are based in New Hope, 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.

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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

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.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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