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Dallas Lake

Boat Ramps
41
Access Points
74
Species
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Dallas Lake, located in Tennessee, is a productive fishing destination known for its variety of game fish species and accessible fishing opportunities. This lake, also sometimes referred to as Dallas Bay, offers anglers chances to target multiple species throughout the year. The lake supports a healthy population of various bass species and other popular gamefish, making it an attractive spot for both recreational and more serious anglers.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Dallas Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Cottonport Fish 'n Camp Access

Cottonport Fish 'n Camp Access

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Blythe Ferry Access

Blythe Ferry Access

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Cotton Port Access

Cotton Port Access

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Washington Ferry Access

Washington Ferry Access

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Shady Grove Access

Shady Grove Access

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Suee Creek Access

Suee Creek Access

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Pine Harbor Marina Access

Pine Harbor Marina Access

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Cottonport Wma/access Area Access

Cottonport Wma/access Area Access

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Pine Harbor Marina Access

Pine Harbor Marina Access

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Gold Point Marina Access

Gold Point Marina Access

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Know where you can legally fish on Dallas Lake

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Tennessee licenses and regulations

Tennessee Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Tennessee Fishing License

No Fishing License Needed If: You are under 13 years of age (resident or nonresident). A type 022 supplemental license is required for anglers targeting trout. State-wide creel limit 7 trout.

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Tennessee Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Tennessee Stream Access Laws

On any river or stream that’s capable of floating a craft, the public has rights to passage, hunting and fishing. The question of streambed use on designated non-navigable rivers, however, is less clear, and probably not legal.

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Take Dallas Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Dallas Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Dallas Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.

  • HD depth charts from Garmin

    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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SEWEE CREEK NEAR DECATUR, TN

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