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Stocking schedule

Clinch River stocking schedule 2026.

Stocking NowRiverAnderson County

Premier East Tennessee tailwater holding state-record-class browns. TWRA weekly stockings of rainbows plus naturally reproducing browns make this one of the most consistent trout fisheries in the region.

Official source

For the actual Clinch River stocking dates and volumes this week, view Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency's official stocking report.

View Tennessee official report →

Clinch River stocking detail

  • Rainbow Trout
    WeeklyTrophy regulations
    JanJan — no stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesFebFeb — no stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesMarMar — moderate stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesAprApr — moderate stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesMayMay — moderate stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesJunJun — no stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesJulJul — no stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesAugAug — no stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesSepSep — moderate stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesOctOct — moderate stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesNovNov — moderate stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inchesDecDec — no stocking Rainbow Trout typical size: 9–12 inch catchable; some trophy fish 16+ inches
    Typical volumeWeekly stockings below Norris Dam
    RegulationYear-round trophy trout regulations on certain stretches; verify with TWRA.
    Access points
    • Norris Dam
    • Miller Island
    • Massengill Bridge

Access & amenities

Full public accessNearest town: Norris, TN

Boat ramps and walk-in access below Norris Dam; classic float section to Lower Clinch.

boat rampparkingstream accessdrift boat access
USGS gauge 03533500 — live water data →

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