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Boating At Chickamauga Lake In Tennessee

By AA-Boats & Boating Staff Writers

Chickamauga Lake, Tennessee

Free Public Boating & Watersport Activities

Chickamauga Lake, nestled in the southeastern part of Tennessee, is a stunning reservoir renowned for its beauty and recreational opportunities. Named after the Chickamauga tribe of Native Americans, the lake spans across multiple counties and offers a diverse range of attractions for visitors to explore.

Nearby attractions include the Chickamauga Battlefield, a historical site that played a significant role in the Civil War. History enthusiasts can delve into the events that unfolded on these grounds, while nature lovers can enjoy the scenic beauty of the Chickamauga National Military Park.

Boating is a popular activity on Chickamauga Lake, with its expansive waters providing ample space for various water-based recreational activities. The lake boasts numerous marinas that cater to boaters, offering boat slips, fueling stations, and other amenities to enhance the boating experience.

Water sports enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to engage in activities like water skiing, wakeboarding, and tubing. The calm waters and picturesque surroundings make Chickamauga Lake an ideal destination for those seeking thrilling adventures on the water.

Boat launch ramps are readily available along the lake's shores, providing easy access for boaters to launch their vessels and embark on their boating journeys.

For those who don't have their own boats, rental boats are available from local facilities, allowing visitors to experience the joy of boating without the need for ownership.

The boating season on Chickamauga Lake typically spans from spring to early fall, giving boaters and water enthusiasts ample time to enjoy the lake's recreational offerings.

Fishing is another beloved pastime on Chickamauga Lake, attracting anglers seeking to catch various species, including bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish, among others.

While camping directly at Chickamauga Lake is limited, there are nearby campgrounds and parks that provide camping opportunities for visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the region.

Boating, camping and fishing.

35,000 acres for boating, water sports and fishing, Chickamauga Lake is a great destination for relaxing and camping. From kayaks to pontoon boats, and canoes to bass boats, or the family pleasure boat, there's plenty of water for everyone. Rental boats are available at the lake and several marinas and boat ramps are available to boaters and anglers. Crappie, catfish, sunfish, walleye, striped bass and other species also share this impoundment in the southeast part of the state, at Chatanooga. A favorite for both national and local bass fishing tournaments, Chickamauga Reservoir annually makes the Bassmaster Top 100 bass lakes in the USA. Big stripers, and plenty of crappie and white bass can also be bagged here. Over 800 miles of shoreline are available for fishing from the bank or from all types of boats.

Area Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Camping

Agency Creek Campground - 423 334-0927

Bluewater Resort & RV Campground - 423 775-3265

Possum Creek RV Park & Campground - 423 332-8468

Cottonport Marina & RV Resort Campground - 423 454-4110

Chattanooga North - Cleveland KOA Campground - 423 472-8928

Chickamauga Lake Map

Fishing

Fish species found in Chickamauga Lake include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, longear sunfish, redear sunfish, warmouth, white bass, striped bass, hybrid striped bass, alligator gar, bowfin, chain pickerel, longnose gar, paddlefish, sauger and spotted gar.

Largemouth bass Smallmouth bass Spotted bass Channel catfish Flathead catfish Blue catfish Black crappie White crappie Walleye Bluegill Sunfish Longear Sunfish Redear Sunfish Warmouth Sunfish White Bass Striped bass Hybrid Striped Bass Alligator gar Bowfin Chain pickerel Longnose gar Paddlefish Sauger Spotted gar

Click here for a TN Fishing License.

Local Contact Information

Harrison Bay State Park
8411 Harrison Bay Rd
Harrison, TN 37341
423 344-6214

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