If you’re ready to love fishing in Middle Valley, book a trip with Running River Fishing Charter. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Blake can tell you all about them.
Species like Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, and more could be biting if you come at the right time of year. You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Blake runs a 20’ Ranger bass boat with room for 2 passengers. It has all the essentials. Capt. Blake will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
Before coming aboard, you will need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
It’s never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is not allowed. There will be some light snacks included on board.
Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Running River Fishing Charter!
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Blake Clemons
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Caught fish
100%
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 15, 2025
We had such an amazing time on our AM trip! Correspondence leading up to the trip was perfect and very timely. Captain Blake was so incredibly knowledgeable and we learned so much from him! We caught some awesome fish and Captain Blake was great at moving us into spots to get the bite. This by far was one of our favorite charters we have done. Thank you Captain Blake! We will surely be sharing your info with all our friends.
We had such an amazing time on our AM trip! Correspondence leading up to the trip was perfect and very timely. Captain Blake was so incredibly knowledgeable and we learned so much from him! We caught some awesome fish and Captain Blake was great at moving us into spots to get the bite. This by far was one of our favorite charters we have done. Thank you Captain Blake! We will surely be sharing your info with all our friends.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 12, 2025
Capt. Blake provided clear Communication from the moment we booked him. He is very knowledgeable about the area. We were on fish all day, never bored. The scenery was amazing. Tennessee did not disappoint. We had a great day on the water. Caught lots and lots of fish and great memories.
Capt. Blake provided clear Communication from the moment we booked him. He is very knowledgeable about the area. We were on fish all day, never bored. The scenery was amazing. Tennessee did not disappoint. We had a great day on the water. Caught lots and lots of fish and great memories.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2025
This was my husband’s and my first time going out with a guide. Blake was incredibly knowledgeable, shared a ton of tips with us, and was super nice. We both caught fish and had a great time. Definitely recommend.
This was my husband’s and my first time going out with a guide. Blake was incredibly knowledgeable, shared a ton of tips with us, and was super nice. We both caught fish and had a great time. Definitely recommend.
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Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 2025
Captain Blake was very knowledgeable and was very good at explaining what we were looking for. We used a few different techniques. We couldn’t get on them in the morning so he let us stay out for a little while longer so we could get some fish in the boat. He wasn’t going to stop until we got on them. Great guy
Captain Blake was very knowledgeable and was very good at explaining what we were looking for. We used a few different techniques. We couldn’t get on them in the morning so he let us stay out for a little while longer so we could get some fish in the boat. He wasn’t going to stop until we got on them. Great guy
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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 2, 2025
Captain Blake was great. Friendly and courteous. Put us on some fish in several locations. We would use him again.
Captain Blake was great. Friendly and courteous. Put us on some fish in several locations. We would use him again.
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Middle Valley, Tennessee, United States
I have spent the last 30 years fishing the TN River. My home lake is Chickamauga and have spent most of my life fishing it in winter, spring, summer, and fall.
River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Light Tackle
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
Pickup included in price
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Running River Fishing Charter - Updated 2025 Prices