Little Pigeon River

As a river in Tennessee, United States, Little Pigeon River fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Little Pigeon River pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

35.8576, -83.4451 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Smallmouth bassRock bassLargemouth bassRainbow troutFreshwater drumBrown trout

Fishing Techniques

• For Smallmouth bass

  Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

• For Rock bass

  Rock bass often hold near structure; target rocky areas, docks, and submerged timber by casting close to these locations and varying your retrieve.

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Little Pigeon River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Little Pigeon River, make sure your licence covers Tennessee, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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