Outfits differ mainly by target species, water type, and trip format, ranging from shared half-day inshore runs to private multi-day offshore excursions. Better operators spell out exactly what is provided, such as bait, tackle, licenses, and fish cleaning services, versus what you must bring yourself. A map location only shows the dock or meeting spot, not the vessel size, onboard amenities, or skipper experience.
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Ellis Ward Guide Service
2306 Abbott Dr, Johnson City, TN 37601
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High Country Angler Fly Fishing
1400 Kensington Pl, Johnson City, TN 37615
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Trophy Water Guide Service
4 Carriage Ct, Johnson City, TN 37604
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The South Holston River Company
6209 Bristol Hwy, Johnson City, TN 37686
Gallatin 3
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Gallatin Pay Lake
1035 N Water Ave, Gallatin, TN 37066
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Smilin Danl Professional Guide Ser
1556 Dobbins Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066
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Lock 4 Fishing Spot
Gallatin, TN
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Clarksville Bowfishing Charters
700 N Riverside Dr C, Clarksville, TN 37040
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Liberty Park Pond
Clarksville, TN
Hornbeak 2
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Kincade's Guide Service
260 Williams Rd, Hornbeak, TN 38232
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Homra's Reelfoot Lake Guide Service & Lodging
5037 W Highway 22, Hornbeak, TN 38232
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JA Sharpe Fly Fishing
3301 Fountain Park Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37917-2908
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FishTales05
102 Lakeview Dr SW, Knoxville, TN 37920-5854
Memphis 2
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Warren Cotton Outdoors
5422 Cottonwood Rd, Memphis, TN 38115
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Catch'em Lakes
Memphis, TN 38120
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Caney Fork Outdoors
2710 Old Lebanon Rd 10, Nashville, TN 37214
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Old Hickory Lock
1188 Cinder Rd, Nashville, TN 37138
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Dog Creek Guide Service
4874 Highway 157, Union City, TN 38261-8307
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Reelfoot Lake Fishing Guide Pro
541 E Highway 22, Union City, TN 38261
Antioch 1
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Gowing Guide Service
4027 Lavergne Couchville Pike, Antioch, TN 37013-1402
Ashland City 1
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Pond Creek Rd
Ashland City, TN
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Superior Bait & Tackle
452 US-25E, Bean Station, TN 37708
Bell Buckle 1
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Kat Daddy's Fish Farm
4405 Midland Fosterville Rd, Bell Buckle, TN 37020
Birchwood 1
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Bear Branch Access Area
950 Shahan Ln, Birchwood, TN 37308
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Conrads Guide Service
484 Scott Rd, Blountville, TN 37617
Blue Ridge 1
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The Flow Water Excursions
Lake Blue Ridge, Blue Ridge, TN 37317
Bristol 1
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River Run Angling
371 Boohers Private Dr, Bristol, TN 37620
Bumpus Mills 1
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Saline Creek Access Point
Bumpus Mills, TN 37028
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Blue Ridge Fly Fishing
205 Manufacturers Rd Ste 105, Chattanooga, TN 37405
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Cane Hollow
Cookeville, TN
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Barry's Guide Service
8417 Cherokee Trail, Crossville, TN 38572
Fairview 1
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Tennessee on the Fly
7406 Libby Ln, Fairview, TN 37062
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The Smoky Mountain Angler
469 Brookside Village Way, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Goodlettsville 1
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Nashville Fishing Guides
601 Katy Hill Dr, Goodlettsville, TN 37072
Greeneville 1
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Bird's Bridge
265 Little Indian Creek Rd, Greeneville, TN 37743-4752
Hampton 1
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Trophy Water Guide Service
207 Highway 321, Hampton, TN 37658
Hartsville 1
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Second Creek
Hartsville, TN
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Angello Striper Guide
3014 Dell Dr, Hermitage, TN 37076
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Lake Halford
405 Boyd's Landing Rd, Huntingdon, TN 38344-6950
Jasper 1
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Nickajack Lock
3490 Tva Rd, Jasper, TN 37347-6900
Joelton 1
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Marrowbone Lake
6200 Marrowbone Lake Rd, Joelton, TN 37080
Kingston 1
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Captain Billy
Kingston, TN
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Bob & Todd’s Fishing Lodge
3351 Hackney Chapel Rd, Lenoir City, TN 37772
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Big Whiskers Farm
3175 Scribners Mill Rd, Lewisburg, TN 37091
Linden 1
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Billys Kayak Adventures
151 Spruce Ln, Linden, TN 37096
Livingston 1
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Dillon Pond
Livingston, TN
Mascot 1
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Smokies Angling Adventures
3520 Dockery Dr, Mascot, TN 37806
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Immersed Outdoors
2478 Brights Pike, Morristown, TN 37814-5989
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TN Moving Waters Guide Service
125 Sunnymeade Dr, Mt Juliet, TN 37122
Murfreesboro 1
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Nice's Mill
5350 Sulphur Springs Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Norris 1
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Norris Dam Fishing Point
2132 Norris Fwy, Norris, TN 37828
Ocoee 1
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King's Slough Boat Ramp
250-348 Sugar Loaf Dr, Ocoee, TN 37361
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Nashville Kats Fishing
5181 Saundersville Rd, Old Hickory, TN 37138
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Devault Bridge Ramp
325 Sugar Hollow Acres Private Dr, Piney Flats, TN 37686
Portland 1
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Countryside paylake
199 Parks Rd, Portland, TN 37148
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Goliath Striper Guide Service
Mountain Lake Marina, 136 Campground Rd, Rocky Top, TN 37769
Rutledge 1
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Cherokee Lake Fishing Charter
187 Grainger County Park Rd, Rutledge, TN 37861-4937
Sale Creek 1
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Scenic City Fishing Charters
1037 Pickett Rd (Mailing address only), Sale Creek, TN 37373
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Medley Fishing School
8259 Medley Amonette Rd, Silver Point, TN 38582
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Chattanooga Fishing Guides
391 Skip Ln, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
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Tellico Outfitters
109 Scott St, Tellico Plains, TN 37385
Ten Mile 1
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FinAdx Outfitters
3030 Ten Mile Rd, Ten Mile, TN 37880
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Reelfoot Lake Bowfishing- Guide Service
2600 State Route 21 W, Tiptonville, TN 38079
Also in Tennessee
- Marinas and Harbors225
- Boat Rentals114
- Kayak & Canoe Rentals110
- Tackle and Bait Shops81
- Boat Storage52
- Scuba Diving Centers33
- Boat Ramps23
- Marinas and Facilities with Boat Launches14
- Boat Tours & Charters13
- Marinas with Transient Slips11
- Marinas with Public and Private Boat Launches10
- Ferries & Water Taxis9
- Sailing and Yacht Clubs6
Good to know
What is typically included in a chartered fishing trip?
Most charters provide the boat, fuel, captain, rods, reels, bait, and tackle, along with required safety gear. Captains often clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip, but you should bring your own food, drinks, sunscreen, and layers.
How much do fishing charters usually cost?
Half-day inshore trips often range from $400 to $800 for a small group, while full-day offshore or deep-sea charters typically cost $1,200 to $2,500 or more depending on vessel size and fuel burn. Individual seats on shared party boats are much less, usually around $80 to $150 per person.
What happens if there is bad weather on the day of the trip?
Captains monitor marine forecasts and make the final call on weather cancellations based on sea conditions and passenger safety, not just rain. If the trip is canceled by the operator, you are generally offered a reschedule date or a full refund of your deposit.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Tennessee, check the 63 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Tennessee, MarinaAtlas indexes 63 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.