FishableWaters

Species

Blue Catfish

On record in 28 waters across 4 states

Blue Catfish are on record in 28 waters across 4 states, most heavily in Tennessee, Illinois, Ohio and Nebraska. FishableWaters tracks every blue catfish stocking from state agency reports — use the state links and most-stocked list below to find waters near you.

By state

Most-stocked waters

Freshest blue catfish stockings

Jul 15, 2026Whiteville LakeTN1,639
Jul 15, 2026Davy Crockett LakeTN1,054
Jul 15, 2026Maple Creek LakeTN911
Jul 9, 2026Carroll LakeTN1,092
Jul 9, 2026Browns Creek LakeTN1,680
Jul 8, 2026Zorinsky LakeNE519
Jul 7, 2026Elwood ReservoirNE1,604
Jun 11, 2026Garrett LakeTN4,700
Mar 3, 2026Davy Crockett LakeTN1,130
Jun 30, 2025Maple Creek LakeTN1,020
Jun 30, 2025Davy Crockett LakeTN540
Jun 27, 2025Garrett LakeTN4,764
Jun 26, 2025Laurel Hill LakeTN9,756
Jun 23, 2025New LakeTN408
Jun 23, 2025Bedford LakeTN1,904

Blue Catfish — FAQ

Where can I catch blue catfish?+

Blue Catfish are stocked across 4 states, led by Tennessee, Illinois, Ohio and Nebraska. Pick a state below to see every water stocked with blue catfish.

How many waters are stocked with blue catfish?+

28 waters across 4 states hold blue catfish on record, updated daily from agency stocking reports.