Tennessee’s Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 7

JACKSON, Tenn. — Get ready to reel one in: Tennessee’s annual Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 7.

According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, on June 7, all state residents and visitors of any age may fish without a license in Tennessee’s public waters.

TWRA’s website states that additionally, youth ages 15 or younger may fish for free the entire week, beginning on June 7 and continuing through the following Friday, June 13.

TWRA says this free fishing opportunity has been ongoing in the state since 1991.

FROM TWRA:

Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day and Free Fishing Week applies to Tennessee’s public waters, TWRA owned and operated lakes, and state park facilities. Some privately owned pay lakes continue to charge during this special day and week.  Anglers will need to consult with those operators if there are any questions about a facility.

The day is named in honor of Bobby Wilson, who retired in 2022 after more than 40 years of service to the TWRA.

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