How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Lebanon, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in and around Lebanon, Tennessee centers on the diverse waters of Old Hickory Lake, the Cumberland River, and a network of smaller creeks and ponds. Anglers target trophy largemouth bass, crappie, striped bass, and catfish in a mix of reservoir, river, and farm-pond environments, making Lebanon a year-round fishing destination. With easy access to ramps, marinas, and shoreline spots, Lebanon offers productive Tennessee fishing close to Nashville. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:405,315 kmProximity:0.9 %
Moon Phases for Lebanon
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minor Time:01:45 am - 03:45 am
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major Time:09:49 am - 11:49 am
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minor Time:05:54 pm - 07:54 pm
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major Time:10:11 pm - 12:11 am
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
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Fishing Overview Lebanon
Lebanon, Tennessee fishing revolves around Old Hickory Lake and the Cumberland River corridor, giving local anglers a strong mix of reservoir and river patterns. Old Hickory’s winding creek arms, main-lake ledges, and shallow backwaters hold largemouth bass, crappie, stripers, catfish, and panfish, while the Cumberland and its feeder creeks provide current-driven options for sauger, smallmouth, and catfish. Public ramps and bank-access points are scattered around the Lebanon side of the lake, so boaters and shore anglers can both fish productively.
Seasonal patterns are key. In late winter and early spring, bass and crappie stage on channel swings, secondary points, and riprap near creek mouths. Jigs, small swimbaits, and suspending jerkbaits shine in the 8–15 foot range. As water warms into April and May, spawning activity pushes largemouth shallow along pea gravel pockets, flooded brush, and protected coves; soft-plastic creature baits, wacky-rigged worms, and floating minnows for crappie are reliable. Summer on Old Hickory and the Cumberland around Lebanon is about ledges, humps, and current breaks—offshore crankbaits, Carolina rigs, and big worms for bass, and downlined shad or chicken liver for catfish.
Fall brings some of the most consistent fishing near Lebanon. Shad migrate into creeks, and schooling bass, hybrids, and white bass push bait to the surface over flats and along channel edges. Keep a topwater walking bait or lipless crankbait ready at all times for busting fish. Crappie slide back to mid-depth brush piles and standing timber; minnows or tube jigs fished vertically over 10–18 feet of water are top producers. Winter concentrates sauger and catfish in deeper river holes and along main-channel bends—vertical jigging with heavy jigs tipped with minnows or soft plastics works when current is present.
Lebanon’s habitat diversity rewards anglers who pay attention to structure. On Old Hickory’s lake side, target:
- Main-lake points and ledges for summer bass, stripers, and catfish.
- Brush piles, docks, and bridge pilings for year-round crappie and bluegill.
- Backwater coves and creek arms during spring for spawning bass and panfish.
In the Cumberland River stretches convenient to Lebanon, focus on:
- Current seams and eddies below shoals and bends for sauger, drum, and catfish.
- Rocky banks and riprap for smallmouth, spotted bass, and seasonal crappie.
Light- to medium-action spinning gear with 6–10 lb line will handle crappie, bluegill, and river sauger, while medium-heavy casting setups with 12–17 lb line are better for bass and hybrids. For big blue and flathead catfish, step up to heavy rods and 20–40 lb line with slip-sinker rigs and fresh cut bait. Watch water clarity closely—Old Hickory often fishes best with moving baits in stained water, while the river and clearer coves reward more subtle presentations and natural colors. Matching your tactics to season, structure, and water color is the key to consistent fishing success around Lebanon.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Lebanon area
Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 1 beaches and bays in this area.
Beach Run - 11.0926669191km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Lebanon. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Stovers Dam - 1.41974988133km , Brandywine Creek - 2.12300617746km , Fortnas Dam - 2.41914828525km , Ebenezer Lake - 4.07783899687km , Lights Dam - 4.14116096189km , Tulpehocken Fishing Club Dam - 6.05475043841km , Beck Creek - 6.72926315092km , Stacks Dam - 7.59403766518km , Stracks Dam - 7.70699408754km , Cornwall Tailings Dam - 7.79086170864km , Lebanon Dam Number One - 8.13625678327km , Elizabeth Run - 8.14660672881km , Rexmont Number Two Dam - 8.44585306389km , Saddlers Run Dam - 9.00440052032km , Earlakill Run - 9.08018688361km , Little Swatara Creek - 9.38608251599km , Water Works Dam - 9.8431684474km , Owl Creek - 11.06417723112km , Beach Run - 11.0926669191km , Conewago Lake - 11.93541781589km , Killinger Creek - 12.24052031233km , Crosskill Creek - 12.60174515671km , Buckholder Run - 13.06775072818km , Millards Quarry Pond - 13.06978712323km , Gingrich Run - 13.16861525116km , Aires Run - 14.12606919199km , Reeds Creek - 14.74326484444km , Forge Creek - 14.74662763842km , Behm Run - 14.75640500156km , Meck Creek - 14.7743360927km , Shearers Creek - 14.95115091791km , Qureg Run - 15.18001515037km , Indiantown Run - 15.64424178002km , Shuey Lake Dam - 15.97369273443km , Monroe Creek - 16.00059821545km , Lake Strauss Dam - 16.09782354093km , Woods Creek - 16.31918481895km , Lake Dalrymple Dam - 16.32006121295km , Segloch Run - 16.85769935815km , Vesle Run - 16.87270988268km
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