Can you fish at Big South Fork?

The Big South Fork itself boasts over 138 miles of fishing streams and is home to 92 species of fish 15 of which are classified as game fish. All together the fish population contains a total of 12 different families, including lampreys, darters, shiners, minnows, suckers, and bass.

How Big Is Big South Fork National park?

125,000 acres
Encompassing 125,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area protects the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries.

What fish are in the Cumberland River?

Trophy brown trout swim in the Cumberland River, as do bountiful numbers of rainbow trout. The river is also home to walleye, sauger and oversized striped bass. For anglers using a spinning rod, a red, white or chartreuse in-line spinner attracts strikes from trout. Smaller suspending jerkbaits work as well.

Where is the Big South Fork river?

The Big South Fork of the Cumberland River is a 76-mile-long (122 km) river in the U.S. states of Tennessee and Kentucky. It is a major drainage feature of the Cumberland Plateau, a major tributary of the Cumberland River system, and the major feature of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.

Does Big South Fork allow dogs?

Dogs are permitted at Big South Fork as long as they are on a leash. Pets are allowed within Big South Fork, however, in order to protect your pet and the parks wildlife, all pets must be kept on a leash (no longer than 6 feet) at all times even if you have your dog with you when riding a horse.

Can you drive through Big South Fork?

While there are several points of interest and overlooks along the highways, much of Big South Fork can only be reached by parking your car and walking, riding, biking or floating into the park.

Are there catfish in the Cumberland River?

Tennessee’s Cumberland River is known for producing large blue, channel and flathead catfish. According to Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, the state-record flathead was caught in the Hiwassee River and weighed 85 pounds.

What kind of campgrounds does Big South Fork offer?

Big South Fork offers developed, primitive and equestrian campgrounds. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area contains five developed campgrounds which are intended to meet the needs of almost any camper visiting the park.

What is the Big South Fork National River and recreation area?

Encompassing 125,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area protects the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries.

Do I need a fishing license to fish the Big South Fork?

A Tennessee or Kentucky fishing license is required to fish in the main river of the Big South Fork. Don’t Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.orgto learn more.