Fishing near Johnson City, TN
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Johnson City. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Lake | TN | 70 mi | lake |
| Fontana Lake Smallmouth. | NC | 90 mi | lake |
| Norris Lake Striped and smallmouth bass. | TN | 92 mi | lake |
| Lake Norman Largemouth and striped bass. | NC | 95 mi | lake |
| New River Smallmouth. | WV | 130 mi | river |
| Summersville Lake Smallmouth bass. | WV | 153 mi | lake |
| Lake Cumberland Striped bass. | KY | 154 mi | lake |
| Smith Mountain Lake Largemouth and striped bass. | VA | 160 mi | lake |
TN license & regulations
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Johnson City. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) · 615-781-6500 · https://www.tn.gov/twra
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.