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Sparta, TN Fishing Trip — October

Your Sparta, TN Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 52°F3.5" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in October

Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

October Weather in Sparta

71°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
3.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 Guides Near Sparta

No guides are based in Sparta, but these guides operate nearby.

Scenic City Fishing Charters - Scenic City Fishing Charters
Scenic City Fishing Charters

Scenic City Fishing Charters

5(87)Top Rated

Fishing Guide Service in Chattanooga, Tennessee specializing in catching trophy catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye and crappie on the Tennessee River.

CatfishCrappieLargemouth Bass
Sale Creek, Tennessee
Andy Mahurin Fly Fishing - Andy Mahurin Fly Fishing
Andy Mahurin Fly Fishing

Andy Mahurin Fly Fishing

5(16)Top Rated

Experience the finest fly fishing in Middle Tennessee by booking your next adventure with us.

Silver Point, Tennessee
Scott Patton’s Guide Service - Scott Patton’s Guide Service
Scott Patton’s Guide Service

Scott Patton’s Guide Service

5(9)Top Rated

I am here to help you catch and enjoy your fishing experience, I Guide on Chickamauga Lake, Lake Okeechobee! I have been guiding over 25 years and i fish the BASS Master Opens. I am USCG Licenesd and commercial Guide Insurred.

Birchwood, Tennessee
Medley Fishing School - Medley Fishing School
Medley Fishing School

Medley Fishing School

4.7(3)Top Rated

Trout Fishing Guide Service, also Crappie, Giant Catfish, Walleye, Sauger, Shellcrackers & great fishing, Gardening Tips. 4 bedroom Lodge just .25 miles from Edgar Evins State Park, & .80 mile from the Caney Fork River and Center Hill Dam and Lake. Customer Lodging and full family reunions available. Fall Foliage tours available until end of November. Music venue for your birthday party. Real Estate Appraiser. Cooking Tips for wildgame.

freshwaterSpeckled TroutSauger
Silver Point, Tennessee
Trophy Fishing Tn - Trophy Fishing Tn
Trophy Fishing Tn

Trophy Fishing Tn

Smithville, Tennessee

Tennessee Fly Fishing Guide specializing in Trout, Striper, and Bass, on the <b>CANEY FORK</b> and <b>Cumberland River<b/>. We serve the <b>Nashville Area </b> and specialize in <b> Fly Fishing TN</b>. Hire One of <b>Tennessee's</b> premiere <b>Caney Fork River Guides</b> for a Trophy <b>Trout<b/> Fishing trip of a lifetime or if your really up for some trophy hunting we'll tackle 30 pound plus <b> Cumberland River Striper</b> with a long time<b>Cumberland River Trophy Striper Fly Fishing Guide</b>.

freshwaterfly fishingLargemouth BassSpeckled Trout
Smithville, Tennessee
Jw Fly - Jw Fly
Jw Fly

Jw Fly

Allons, Tennessee

JW Fly Co is the premier fly fishing guide in Tennessee, providing floats and/or walks of the Caney Fork River, the Obey River, and Dale Hollow Lake.

freshwaterfly fishing
Allons, 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

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Largemouth Bass

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Blue Catfish

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Channel Catfish

freshwater
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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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • 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

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.

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