Trout Limit in Tennessee

There are special exemption waters that have stricter limits on certain species as well as length limits. These can be found in the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency’s Fishing Guide under Trout Regulations.

Best Trout Fishing in Tennessee

In Tennessee, the Watauga River and the South Holston River are just two of the best trout fishing spots to land a great catch of rainbow, brown, or brook trout. In this article, we’ll review some of the best trout fishing places in Tennessee and provide information on allowable gear and open fishing seasons.