Fayette County · reservoir · 181 acres
Herb Parsons Lake
Stocked 16× since 2023 · TWRA
Herb Parsons Lake is a reservoir in Fayette County, Tennessee, stocked with Blue Catfish, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Florida Largemouth Bass — most recently on May 1, 2026. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from TWRA; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
89°
75°
8 mph
1%
Fri
Overcast
92°
73°
8 mph
25%
Sat
Overcast
85°
69°
15 mph
15%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2026 — | ||||
| May 1 | Bluegill | 15,400 | ||
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Nov 7 | Golden Shiner | 102,672 | ||
| Nov 7 | Bluegill | 39,035 | ||
| Nov 3 | Bluegill | 45,254 | ||
| Oct 22 | Channel Catfish | 1,453 | ||
| May 20 | Golden Shiner | 52,000 | ||
| Apr 15 | Channel Catfish | 1,609 | ||
| — 2024 — | ||||
| Nov 13 | Channel Catfish | 2,500 | ||
| Oct 17 | Bluegill | 42,236 | ||
| — 2023 — | ||||
| Aug 31 | Blue Catfish | 3,682 | ||
| Jul 6 | Hybrid Striped Bass | 3,168 | ||
| Jun 1 | Florida Largemouth Bass | 22,442 | ||
| May 12 | Golden Shiner | 25,000 | ||
| May 12 | Bluegill | 44,000 | ||
| May 8 | Threadfin Shad | 30,000 | ||
| Mar 23 | Blue Catfish | 4,626 | ||
When does Herb Parsons Lake get stocked?
Going by 16 records since 2023, stocking here peaks in May and November.
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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Nearby waters
- Catfish Lake0.7 mi
- Scenic Lake0.7 mi
- Pine Lake0.7 mi
- Monterey Lake0.9 mi
- Cow Lake1.1 mi
- Log Cabin Lake1.6 mi
- Marys Creek Lake Number Eight1.7 mi
- Stotts Lake1.7 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official TN regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Herb Parsons Lake fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Herb Parsons Lake?+
Herb Parsons Lake is stocked with Blue Catfish, Bluegill, Channel Catfish and Florida Largemouth Bass in Fayette County, Tennessee, most recently on May 1, 2026 by TWRA. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Herb Parsons Lake get stocked?+
Going by 16 records since 2023, stocking at Herb Parsons Lake peaks in May and November. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Herb Parsons Lake?+
Yes — Tennessee requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Herb Parsons Lake?+
Herb Parsons Lake is a reservoir in Fayette County, Tennessee. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: TWRA · updated May 1, 2026 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.