Captain
William Clabough

Member since November 2021 Lenoir City, United States
Background
As a Knoxville Tennessee native, I’ve had the privilege of growing up surrounded by beautiful lakes, rivers, and creeks. As a young child, my parents would take me on fishing trips. Without a doubt, I quickly became hooked on the thrill of the catch. Since then, I’ve spent countless hours exploring the many waterways in East Tennessee, and I’ve become an avid fisherman. I am a licensed and insured Fishing Guide and US Coast Guard Captain, available for booking guided fishing trips! With years of experience, I specialize in providing a safe and enjoyable fishing experience for all skill levels. Book now or contact me for more info. Let’s go fishing and create lasting memories!
Techniques
Dragging, Anchor, Drifting, Bouncing, Banking, Freeline, Bobber, Bottom

Hey, I'm Captain William Clabough

Lenoir City, United States
Background
As a Knoxville Tennessee native, I’ve had the privilege of growing up surrounded by beautiful lakes, rivers, and creeks. As a young child, my parents would take me on fishing trips. Without a doubt, I quickly became hooked on the thrill of the catch. Since then, I’ve spent countless hours exploring the many waterways in East Tennessee, and I’ve become an avid fisherman. I am a licensed and insured Fishing Guide and US Coast Guard Captain, available for booking guided fishing trips! With years of experience, I specialize in providing a safe and enjoyable fishing experience for all skill levels. Book now or contact me for more info. Let’s go fishing and create lasting memories!
Techniques
Dragging, Anchor, Drifting, Bouncing, Banking, Freeline, Bobber, Bottom

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(14 reviews)
Lenoir City
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $350

Fishing Reports

Spring 2025 Flathead Catfish Fishing Rep
Spring 2025 Flathead Catfish Fishing Rep
Apr 20, 2025 Lenoir City
As spring progresses and water temperatures rise, Flathead Catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) are becoming increasingly active in rivers and reservoirs. With longer days and warming watersโ€”typically above 60ยฐFโ€”Flatheads emerge from their winter dormancy to feed aggressively in preparation for spawning. This seasonal shift marks an excellent opportunity for anglers targeting trophy-sized fish. On a recent guided trip, a guest landed two impressive Flathead Catfish, showcased in the photos for this report, at an underwater creek mouthโ€”a prime staging area as these fish prepare to migrate upstream in rivers to spawning sites like logjams or undercut banks. This exciting catch demonstrates the potential for big fish during the pre-spawn season, even on standard trips. For the best results, target structure-rich areas such as creek mouths or deep holes with live baits like bluegill, shad, or crawfish, which Flatheads eagerly pursue. Night fishing is particularly effective, given their nocturnal feeding habits. With Flatheads feeding voraciously to prepare for spawning (typically at 70โ€“80ยฐF), now is the perfect time to hook a fish of a lifetime. Join the action and experience the thrill of Flathead Catfish fishing! Book your guided trip with Captain Billy on FishingBooker.com and letโ€™s target those big cats together. Check local regulations and water conditions, as spawning timelines may vary. Tight lines!
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
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Bob B.
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Great Guide - Equipment and Knowledge

VERIFIED   NEW  Catfishing Trip on August 5, 2025
As far as a positive fishing experience this experience rated a full Five Stars. Captain Willy was set up, on the water...
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Charles R.
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Easiest captain to fish with

VERIFIED   NEW  Catfishing Trip on August 6, 2025
Captain Billy is easy going and professional. He knows how and where to catch fish. Highly recommend
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Bill R.
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Captain Billy the best

VERIFIED   Mixed Bag Trip on July 1, 2025
Put us on fish when most of the boats around us werenโ€™t catching anything. I caught my PB smallmouth too.
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William W.
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Fishing with William

VERIFIED   Mixed Bag Trip on July 8, 2025
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Chelsea J.
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Mixed Bag Trip on October 13, 2024
We booked a 4hr mixed bag trip for our sons 13th birthday and had a great time!
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