Camping for fishing in Tennessee
75 camps in Tennessee that list fishing or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In June expect highs near 84°F and lows near 61°F.
Best areas for fishing
- Around Delano19 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Nashville-Davidson12 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Maryville11 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Cookeville10 camps for fishing within 25 miles
- Around Greeneville8 camps for fishing within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Tennessee are good for fishing?
75 camps that list fishing or mention it in their description; 3 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In June expect highs near 84°F and lows near 61°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 76% also offer hiking, 68% also offer boating & paddling, 55% also offer wildlife & birding.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open fishing in TennesseeThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Poole KnobsFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalPoole Knobs Campground is a lakeside oasis in the green hills of Tennessee, providing campers with countless recreational activities on the lake and in the surrounding woods and grasslands.
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Anderson Road CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalAnderson Road Campground is a lakeside oasis in the green hills of Tennessee, providing campers with countless recreational activities on the lake and in the surrounding woods and…
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Seven Points (Tn)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signalSeven Points Campground is a lakeside oasis in the green hills of Tennessee, providing visitors with countless recreational activities on the lake and the surrounding miles of woods and…
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Salt Lick CreekFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalSalt Lick Creek Campground is located on Cordell Hull Lake on the Cumberland River System, just 10 miles from Gainesboro, TN. The lake itself was named after one of America's outstanding…
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Lock AFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe relaxing yet activity-rich Lock A Campground has something to offer everyone from horseshoe pits to volleyball courts and hiking opportunities, plus a plethora of lake activities as…
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Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)Federal campground · Reservable · No cell signalBig Creek Campground is located in a remote portion of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Backcountry camping in a front country setting. There are flushing toilets and potable water.…
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Abram'S Creek CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalAbram's Creek Campground is located in a relatively remote area of Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The secluded setting offers visitors the ability to enjoy a multitude of recreational…
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Quinn Springs PavilionFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Quinn Springs Pavilion offers a covered picnic shelter for up to 50 people -- the perfect location for family reunions and church picnics.
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Free camps for fishing
- Paint Creek CorridorDispersed / primitive · Free · No cell signal
Picnicking and many other recreation opportunities are available along scenic Paint Creek Corridor. Forest Road 41 parallels Paint Creek five miles between Paint Creek Campground and the…
View camp → - Sylco CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
This peaceful campground is located in an isolated area near the Big Frog Wilderness. It offers 12 campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. Enjoy fishing in the Conasauga or Jacks…
View camp → - Lost Creek CampgroundFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
Lost Creek Campground is located along the banks of Big Lost Creek. This primitive campground offers remote camping and is surrounded by dense forest and creeks. Lost Creek Campground is…
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