An image of a child holding up the fish they caught that day.

Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge is located on a portion of Reelfoot Lake. A boat ramp is located at the end of the refuge auto tour route. Fishing season on the Grassy Island unit (southern unit) is February 1-November 14. Fishing season on the Long Point unit (northern unit) is March 16- November 14. Fishing is allowed during daylight hours only. Available species include crappie, largemouth bass, bluegill and catfish.

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