Here is your weekly fishing report for the Caney Fork River. Conditions this week have been fair to good, with mid-winter patterns in full swing.

Best Fly Fishing Lures (Past Week)

Midges are the daily staple right now, but streamers are moving the larger Browns, especially during higher water or low-light conditions.

• Zebra Midge (#18-22): Black/Silver is the standard. Try Red/Silver or Olive during midday lulls.
• Scud / Sowbug (#14-18): Gray or Tan. Essential for mimicking the "carpet" food source on the bottom.
• White Zonker / Shad Patterns (#4-8): Top pick for this week. Mimics stunned shad—strip aggressively if generation is on.
• Wooly Bugger (#6-10): Olive or Black for general searching.

Best Spin Fishing Lures (Past Week)

Light tackle is mandatory due to water clarity. We recommend 4lb test fluorocarbon line.

• Strike King Bitsy Minnow (White/Pearl): A killer lure this week for mimicking small baitfish.
• Marabou Jigs (1/16 - 1/32 oz): White or Olive. Float under a bobber to keep it just off the bottom.
• Rooster Tail (1/24 oz): White or Silver. Effective when water is moving.

Generation Schedule

Understanding the generation schedule is critical for wading safety and fishing success. With current heating demands, we are seeing pulses or sustained generation windows.

Please check the official schedule daily here: TVA Center Hill Generation Schedule