Townsend, TN Fishing Trip — October
Your Townsend, TN Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 52°F3.8" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in October
5 species
ExcellentChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
GoodLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
GoodBluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodCrappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
October Weather in Townsend
72°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
3.8"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
11 Guides Near Townsend
No guides are based in Townsend, 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
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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.
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.
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.