SEASONS

CATCH ‘EM YEAR-ROUND

Ideal Lake for Anglers

to Fish in any Season!

At Dale Hollow Lake it’s not about when you can catch fish, it’s more about when do you want to catch ‘em!

While some times are better for certain SPECIES, unlike other lakes, anglers have success here year-round.

Springtime is when fish move shallow for the offering like they do anywhere, but multiple species can also be caught in the summer, fall, and winter on Dale Hollow.

From bagging big prespawners in the winter to loading the boat on a warm summer’s night, Dale Hollow is your year-round fishing destination for all-season angling!

Get familiar with the season summaries below showing Dale Hollow is a year-round fishery!

SPRING

Springtime on Dale Hollow Lake means fish move shallow and it’s not just one species.  Bass pull up to spawn and can be targeted with various spring tactics, while walleye are caught at night while feeding on spawning minnows.  Crappie, panfish, and catfish are just a few more ripe for the taking in the spring.

SUMMER

Summertime fishing on Dale Hollow Lake is dominated by anglers taking to the lake after dark in search of bass, walleye, crappie, and more–but they can also be caught during the day by trolling, drop-shotting, or spooning.  Panfish continue to bed during the summer too, offering ample opportunities for fisherman of all ages.

FALL

Fall brings with it a wide array of active bites on Dale Hollow Lake, including the ongoing continuation of night fishing action as fish remain deep early in the season, before they make their move to shallower water as temps begin to moderate and the crankbait/football jig bites become some of the favorites.

WINTER

Wintertime fishing on Dale Hollow Lake has long been a favorite for anglers, as big pre-spawn smallmouth and other trophy fish begin to emerge.  With tailspinners, swimbaits, hair jigs, the float-n-fly, and much more, bass are targeted throughout the year’s coldest months and other species also await for arctic anglers. 

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SEASONS

SPECIES

REGULATIONS

TACKLE

CHARTERS

MAPS

PLAY YOUR WAY

With ample swimming access, water to explore from above or below, trails for riding and hiking, and much more, Dale Hollow Lake has it all!

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SCENES OF GRANDEUR

Magnificent views are all around at Dale Hollow Lake and they can be enjoyed from any perspective. Sunset shots, vistas of unmolested shorelines, and much more await.

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HANG YOUR HAT

At Dale Hollow Lake there’s no shortage of places to hang your hat–including cabins, motels, houseboats, campgrounds, RV parks, primitive camping, and more.

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GET IN THE KNOW

Learn everything you need to know about Dale Hollow Lake including how it started, the history behind it, statistics, the region’s climate, and much more.

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CHART A COURSE

If you are planning a trip to Dale Hollow Lake there are a few things you may want to consider before you go, like access, marinas, climate, ideas, events, and much more.

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BOATER'S PARADISE

With clean water free of hazards, no private homes or docks dotting the shoreline, and numerous coves for privacy, Dale Hollow lake is your own personal boater’s paradise.

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SMALLMOUTH CAPITAL

Due to the lake boasting six out of the Top 10 smallmouth bass ever caught—including the World Record, Dale Hollow has long been known as the Smallmouth Capital of the World.

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GAME GALORE

Dale Hollow offers over 24,000 acres of public hunting land full of whitetail deer, wild turkey, waterfowl, and small game–all ready and waiting for the taking.

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Be sure to explore all Dale Hollow Lake has to offer before you go with the links below!

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