Harrison Bay Fishing
Notification Alert
Construction from Brand New Playscape
Please excuse our mess as we work to build a brand-new learning playscape! Work has begun paving the way for a nature-based playscape that will combine the fun of a play area with opportunities to learn and help children connect with nature through a hands-on experience. Due to the heat, work may begin each day in the early morning hours before quiet time is over, causing noise for our campground guests. Please contact the park office for additional details. Thank you for your patience during this project!
Fishing at Harrison Bay
Harrison Bay offers unparalleled access to TVA's Chickamauga Lake, an expansive impoundment of the Tennessee River.
Spanning over 35,000 acres, the lake is a treasure trove of islands and prime fishing spots waiting to be explored. Whether you prefer fishing by boat, from the bank, or on the park’s accessible pier, Harrison Bay caters to all fishing styles. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of species including bass, bluegill, shellcracker, crappie, catfish, and gar.
Fish Species
- Bass
- Bluegill
- Shellcracker
- Crappie
- Catfish
- Gar
Chickamauga Lake
Chickamauga Lake is a Bill Dance Signature Lake and a Trophy Bass managed lake, boasting the current Tennessee State Record for largemouth bass at 15 pounds 3 ounces, caught in 2015. As a Bill Dance Signature Lake, it benefits from continuous fish and habitat management, including regular stockings of crappie, walleye, and Florida largemouth bass. This commitment to maintaining a healthy and vibrant fish population ensures that both novice and experienced anglers will find their fishing experience at Harrison Bay rewarding and memorable.
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 Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and may be obtained in person at sporting goods stores, county clerks, hardware stores and boat docks or online.
The Marina at Harrison Bay
Located on Chickamauga Lake near Chattanooga at Tennessee River Mile Marker 478, the Marina has covered and uncovered slips. Transient slips are also available. Please call the park office for information and booking.
Discover More at Harrison Bay
No events are scheduled at this time, but there's always more to explore.
