Butcher Lake Fishing near Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Butcher Lake is a reservoir located just 5.2 miles from Oak Ridge, in Anderson County, in the state of Tennessee, United States, near Kirkstall, TN. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including rock bass, flathead catfish, largemouth bass, crappie and bullhead here. Whether you’re baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Butcher Lake.

Join us as we discuss the Tennessee Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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