Dale Hollow Lake
USACE Nashville District • Built 1943 • 27,700 surface acres • 620 miles shoreline
Dale Hollow Lake
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.7 ft), water temp is a comfortable 73°f, light winds around 5 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Dale Hollow Lake
Dale Hollow is holy ground for smallmouth bass anglers: the all-tackle world record smallmouth (11 lbs 15 oz) was landed here by D.L. Hayes in 1955. The reservoir features gin-clear waters winding through the Cumberland Plateau highlands. Because private docks are prohibited along the federally managed shoreline, the scenery is pristine.
Boat Ramps & Launches
Public concrete launches, usable lake elevations, and federal pass info🚤 Dale Hollow Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
Usable (Level OK)Waterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
🚤 Dale Hollow Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Usable (Level OK)Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
🚤 Dale Hollow Lake State Park Public Ramp
Usable (Level OK)Paved concrete tournament ramp with dual courtesy docks, lighted parking lot, and ADA restrooms.
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Official federal, Corps of Engineers & state park campsites⛺ Dale Hollow Lake Corps Recreation Area & Campground
$18-$28 / nightWaterfront campsites with 30/50-amp electric hookups, heated shower house, swimming beach, and dump station.
Full-Service Marinas
Fuel docks, wet slips, ship stores, and boat rentals⚓ Dale Hollow Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Today's Fishing Outlook
Favorable feeding forecast today with the First Quarter (56% illuminated). Surface water is 73°F with a steady pool (-0.01' in 24h). Fish will feed aggressively along windblown points and main-lake humps during the primary major window.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: Reciprocal agreement between TWRA and KDFWR applies on open water.
Regulations Summary: Smallmouth bass protected slot limit: 16 to 21 inches must be released immediately; only 1 fish over 21 inches per day.
Stocking & Reproduction: Managed for trophy smallmouth and walleye.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Reciprocal license agreement in effect on designated border waters. Life jackets mandatory for children under 12 while underway.
Recent Community Reports
Real-time water clarity, hazards, and ramp wait times shared by boaters and anglers.
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Spaceborne Satellite Observation & Water Clarity
Fresh multi-spectral overhead Earth observation from the European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 constellation (10m spatial resolution).
Satellite imagery and indices processed via Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) / Sentinel Hub API. Data reflects actual surface conditions at the time of orbital passage.
Derived from Band 4 red reflectance across open water pixels. Low reflectance indicates minimal suspended silt and high underwater visibility for angling and navigation.
Normalized Difference Chlorophyll Index (NDCI: 0.048) measures phytoplankton concentration using Red-Edge (B05) and Red (B04) bands to detect early bloom development before surface scums appear.
Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI) contrasts Green and Near-Infrared spectra to map shallow shoals, sandbars, and exposed islands (like Sometimes Island on Travis or Wood Island on Texoma).
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Algorithmically matched to today's water temperature (73°F), lake elevation, and weather forecast.
Bassdash UPF 50+ Performance UV Sun Protection Fishing Hoodie
Ultra-breathable moisture-wicking UV shield designed to prevent all-day open water sunburn and heat fatigue without overheating.
Onyx A/M-24 Deluxe Automatic/Manual Inflatable Life Jacket (USCG)
Lightweight, comfortable low-profile design that automatically inflates upon immersion while allowing full arm mobility for driving and casting.
SereneLife 10'6" Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard (Complete Kit)
Calm winds (5 mph) offer pristine mirror-calm coves for touring, paddleboard fitness, and shoreline exploration.
Garmin Striker 4 Fishfinder with CHIRP Sonar & Dual-Beam Transducer
High-frequency CHIRP sonar pinpoints submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, bait balls, and suspended gamefish with crisp target separation.
Commercial Marinas & Featured Partners on Dale Hollow Lake
Verified marine operators, boat slip facilities, and licensed guide services.
⚓ Dale Hollow Lake Harbor Marina & Resort
Full-service floating marina with non-ethanol marine fuel, pontoon rentals, ship store, and slip leasing.
Charter Guide or Boat Rental on Dale Hollow Lake?
Reach thousands of visiting boaters and anglers checking live water levels, surface temperatures, and ramp conditions before heading to Dale Hollow Lake.
Living on Dale Hollow Lake
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Dale Hollow Lake? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
12-foot flood storage envelope between 651 and 663 ft controls Obey River flows into the Cumberland River.
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