Big Ridge Fishing
Fishing at Big Ridge
The lake is open year-round and boat rentals are available seasonally.
Gas motors and personal watercraft are allowed on Big Ridge Lake with a launch fee. However, guests may rent jon boats and pedal boats at the boat dock for use on Big Ridge Lake. Personal electric trolling motors can be used on park jon boats.
Just minutes from the park are the coldwater tailwaters of the Clinch River. Wade fishing during non-generation periods is very productive for Rainbow, Brook, and Brown trout. Bigger trout are often taken by boat during generation flows.
Black bass must be a minimum of 14 inches.
Featured Fish
- Black Bass
- Rainbow Trout
- Brook Trout
- Brown Trout
Tennessee Fishing License
All individuals age 13 and older must have a fishing license to fish in Tennessee.
There are a variety of fishing licenses available for residents and non-residents, including a junior license for residents ages 13-15.
Licenses are granted by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and may be obtained in person at sporting goods stores, county clerks, hardware stores, or online. Big Ridge's boat dock does not sell licenses.
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