Fishing Tournament in the Smoky Mountains

The Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is back for the 11th year. The dates are September 26-27. If you don't want to fish then come to watch. The 20+ miles of streams in the Smokies have been stocked with over 10,000 trout for this event. If you want to participate in the Trout Tournament be sure you register before 7am on September 26th at the Rocky Top Outfitter store.

On Saturday the tournament will be from sunrise until 4pm and on Sunday from sunrise until 2pm.The trout must be weighed at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge by 4pm on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday. There are rules that must be followed for this event:

• Single hook, 1 hand held rods with a limit of 5 fish.
• No fishing on the Friday before the tournament and no fishing after tournament hours on Saturday and Sunday
• Only trout will be weighed and must be 7 inches long.
• The only people who can fish are those who registered.
• Total weight of the trout for the two days will determine the winner.
• In order to win you must register and also be present to win.
  

For more rules visit http://www.rockytopoutfitter.com/tournament.htm.

If you participate in this tournament you could win a trophy, fishing equipment, passes to certain attractions, gift certificates, etc. If you have the largest trout there will be a $500 prize. It's a fun event and great for fishermen. If you'll be in town for these dates and want to participate then don't forget your rod and reel.

For more information about accommodations or Gatlinburg cabins, please browse are website. Although September is a relatively slow month, most accommodations will not be available.