Catfish Capitol of The World
Hardin County Fishing
Hardin County is proud to be home to some of the best bass and catfish fishing in the world! This year, Hardin County will be hosting a variety of fishing events. Even if you’re not involved in the events, you’ll love fishing in Hardin County. Explore the links below to learn more about getting a fishing license, lake levels, and places to fish like Pickwick Landing State Park. We look forward to seeing you on the water!
Proud To Be The Host Site For These 2025 Events
- Mar 1-2 - Bill Dance Series
- May 5-11 - MLF Tackle Warehouse
- May 28 - June 1 - Minn Kota
- Sept 20 - West TN High School
- Oct 22-25 - Mid West Crappie Tournament and Expo





National Pro Fishing Champion
BRANDON PERKINS
This information is to help all anglers get to the water as quickly and safely as possible. Hardin County Tourism and Pickwick Landing State Park appreciate everyone complying with these guidelines.
TOURNAMENT DAYS: as you enter the park off of Hwy 57 into the park and approach the arch, you will be directed to either the main ramp or the marina ramp. If traffic is backing up or blocking Hwy 57, Please merge into the park office entrance and loop thru to remerge. We ask that you maintain the traffic flow.
If you are a co-angler, we ask if possible that you meet up off venue prior to arriving at the park. However, there will be designated co-angler parking and you will be directed. Our ambassador volunteers will take you via courtesy golf carts to the ramp areas.
While inline waiting , we ask that you pull over to unstrap, a great pullover spot is at the weighin or the tennis courts. Please do so before your final ramp descent and be ready to unload your boat.
Please turn off your vehicle dim your lights and use parking lights as you enter the ramp area. Please follow the parking volunteers/ambassadors’ instruction. Keeping the flow will make it easier and safer for everyone.
if you need handicap parking , our ambassadors will direct you and/or assist you with a courtesy cart ride.
Please review the photo plans of the ramp sites traffic flow fir the morning launch. Afternoon courtesy ramp pickup is available as needed at main ramp and at weigh in.
Thank you for your help in making tournament traffic run smoothly.
Please complete this form to begin the scheduling process with Hardin County Tourism on Pickwick Lake, Tennessee. NOTE: submission of this form does not guarantee placement on the events schedule.
FISHERY – Pickwick Lake / Hardin County Tennessee
If you prepfer, you may email to Beth@tourhardincounty.org. Please list any special requests or requirements on your RFP.
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Fishing licenses go on sale February 18 and remain valid until the end of February the following year. For information on fishing licenses, including requirements, fees, and regulations, visit the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency online.
Send all required information and fees to the following address: TWRA Sales Office, P.O. Box 41729, Nashville, TN 37204-1729