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Hunting and Fishing in Tennessee
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Big Ridge State Park
Big Ridge State Park was one of five demonstration parks
developed by the Tennessee Valley Authority in cooperation with
the National Park Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps as
an example of public recreation development along TVA
lakeshores. The heavily forested, 3,687-acre park lies on the
southern shore of TVA's Norris Lake in Union County, Tennessee.
Enjoy lake fishing at Big Ridge State Park. Expect to catch a
variety of fish such as bluegill, smallmouth bass, largemouth
bass and crappie. For information call: (423)992-5523
Cove Lake State Park
The park's 673 acres are situated in a beautiful mountain valley
setting on the eastern edge of the Cumberland Mountains. The
park was established in the 1930's as a recreation demonstration
area by the Tennessee Valley Authority, the National Parks
Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps. Cove Lake is on the
shores of Cove Lake, an arm of Norris Lake. It is the winter
home of several hundred Canada Geese which are attracted by the
quiet inlets, marshes and fields of this area. Nearby is the
Devil's Race Track whose steep pinnacle rock affords a panoramic
view. Year-round fishing is permitted on 210-acre Cove Lake.
Bass and bluegill are the best sporting fish in the lake, but
good catches of crappie always tempt the angler. Rowboats are
available for rent, but no personally owned boats and only
electric motors are permitted. The park is adjacent to Norris
Lake and launch ramps are nearby to serve this lake. For
information call: (423)566-9701
David Crockett State Park
David Crockett State Park has 987 acres near Lawrenceburg,
Tennessee in Lawrence County. The park was named to honor one of
Tennessee's most famous sons, David Crockett, pioneer, soldier,
politician, and industrialist. Along the bank of Shoal Creek, in
what is now his namesake park, he established a diversified
industry consisting of a powder mill, a gristmill, and a
distillery. All three operations were washed away in a flood in
1821. Financial difficulties from this loss caused Crockett to
move to West Tennessee where he was elected to Congress. While
in Washington, he fought for his people's right to keep land
they had settled on the new frontier of West Tennessee. Crockett
died at the Alamo Mission in 1836 while aiding Texans in the
fight for independence from Mexico. Forty-acre Lake Lindsey
provides year-round fishing enjoyment, and large stringers of
bass are not uncommon. Rowboats and paddle boats are available
for rent at the boat dock. No personally owned boats or motors
are permitted on the lake. Fishermen using boats must provide
their own floatation devices and paddles, and may use electric
motors. . For information call: (931)762-9408
Tims Ford State Park
Tims Ford State Park, located on the Tims Ford Reservoir in the
rolling hills of southern middle Tennessee, is an outstanding
recreational area and fishing paradise. Long before the
construction of Tims Ford Dam on the headwaters of the Elk
River, the area was used extensively by the Indians as a hunting
and fishing territory. Archaeological excavations uncovered
numerous artifacts and occupational sites, indicating that man
had occupied the area as much as 10,000 to 12,000 years ago.
After many severe floods within the Elk River Basin, the
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) constructed Tims Ford Dam in
1970. The dam and reservoir not only provided flood control but
also provided unlimited recreational opportunities. Tims Ford
State Park was officially opened in September, 1978. The
10,700-acre Tims Ford Lake is one of the most picturesque in
Tennessee, and is regarded as one of the top bass fishing and
recreational lakes in the Southeast. Year-round fishing provides
a substantial yield of bluegill, catfish, and crappie. There is
a Marina at the park that provides equipment and supplies for
boating and fishing, a boat launching ramp and dock, and rental
boats with motors. The marina also includes a snack bar, bait
shop, and fish cleaning area. For information call:
(931)962-1184
Big Hill Pond State Park
Big Hill Pond State Park lies in the southwestern part of
McNairy County and encompasses approximately 5,000 acres of
magnificent timberland and hardwood bottom land. Cypress Creek
and Tuscumbia River border the property. Several oxbow lakes and
sloughs add to the waterway. The flood plain adjacent to both
the Tuscumbia River and Cypress Creek contains small oxbow lakes
and swamp areas which are desirable habitat for waterfowl,
wildlife and fishing. The old Big Hill Pond is accessible by
four-wheel drive, the fishing and the view are great. This lake
was created in 1853. Travis McNatt Lake is 165 acres and is
spring fed year-round, fishing is good for bass, bream, and
catfish. A valid State of TN fishing license is required. TWRA
rules and regulations apply to hunting and fishing at the park.
For information call: (901)645-7967
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