Intro to the state—landscapes, strategies, costs, and comforts.
Summary
Tennessee offers an exceptional hunting experience, showcasing a diverse array of species amid its stunning landscapes, from the rolling hills to sprawling forests. Home to abundant populations of white-tailed deer, wild turkey, and small game such as squirrel and rabbit, the state provides ample opportunities for both novice and experienced hunters. Tennessee's various regions, including the Great Smoky Mountains and the expansive wetlands of the Mississippi River drainage, create unique hunting environments that cater to different preferences. The state's rich ecosystems support robust populations of migratory waterfowl, making it a prime destination for waterfowl enthusiasts. With a commitment to wildlife conservation and sustainable hunting practices, Tennessee ensures that outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy thrilling hunts while preserving its natural beauty for future generations.
Reelfoot Lake hunting takes place across a broad, shallow natural lake and its surrounding floodplain wetlands, characterized by dense stands of flooded cypress-tupelo timber, open water bays, backwater sloughs, and sunken river channels. The low-lying terrain features submerged timber “holes” where waterfowl seek refuge, interspersed with shallow flats and slough edges that funnel ducks into decoy spreads. Extensive shoreline marshes and adjacent agricultural fields further enrich the wetland mosaic, providing both cover and feeding areas for pintails, gadwall, wigeon, and mallards.
Lodging at Reelfoot Lake centers on lakeside lodges equipped with private or semi-private bedrooms offering comfortable beds. Each lodge features modern climate-control systems—heating and air conditioning—ensuring a comfortable environment year-round. On-site dining provides hearty, chef-prepared meals at convenient times to support early mornings and full days afield.
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TN Duck Hunt
Three generations and 150 years of duck hunting have made us, at Waterfowl Unlimited, your number one choice when it comes to Reelfoot Lake Duck Hunting Guide. When thousands of pintails, gadwall, widgeon and mallards begin to swarm the lake, and timber holes, we know how to set you up to shoot them!
Where to stand, how to act, what to do, and when? We’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can head back home with a mixed bag of waterfowl and the best hunting stories that you’ll never stop telling. Until your next duck hunt with us, of course, and, if possible, even better stories.
We’ll take you to some of the best spots and habitats of pintail, gadwall, widgeon and mallards, provide a safe and secure duck hunting environment, and help you have all the fun and excitement that you’re looking for. We hold ourselves to very high standards and aim to provide you with a professional and reliable service. We work hard and take care of all the details so that we can prepare the location for you and let you enjoy the fruits of our labor to the fullest. Price includes 2 nights, which is the minimum hunt length.
Tennessee
Duck
800
Waterfowl Unlimited Guide Service & Outfitters
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
800
Includes Dogs
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TN Duck Hunt - Timber
Three generations and 150 years of duck hunting have made us, at Waterfowl Unlimited, your number one choice when it comes to Reelfoot Lake Duck Hunting Guide. When thousands of pintails, gadwall, widgeon and mallards begin to swarm the lake and timber holes, we know how to set you up to shoot them! Where to stand, how to act, what to do, and when? We’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can head back home with a mixed bag of waterfowl and the best hunting stories that you’ll never stop telling.
Until your next duck hunt with us, of course, and, if possible, even better stories. We’ll take you to some of the best spots and habitats of pintail, gadwall, widgeon and mallards, provide a safe and secure duck hunting environment, and help you have all the fun and excitement that you’re looking for. We hold ourselves to very high standards and aim to provide you with a professional and reliable service. We work hard and take care of all the details so that we can prepare the location for you and let you enjoy the fruits of our labor to the fullest. Price includes 2 nights, which is the minimum hunt length.
Tennessee
Duck
1000
Waterfowl Unlimited Guide Service & Outfitters
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
1000
Includes Dogs
Contact
Check Availability
Contact Outfitter
Thank you! Your submission has been received! We will be in touch in the next 24 hours.
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This info will not be shared with other outfitters or sold in any way. We will not SPAM you. We grab this info so that we can (quickly) make a warm introduction between you and the outfitter. Then we step aside and let you communicate by email, text, or phone with the outfitter as you see fit.
Alternatively, log in or sign up to see this outfitter’s contact info so you can reach out directly.
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Request received! We’re reaching out to the outfitter and will update you as soon as we hear back.
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When you submit this request, we will do the legwork of calling and emailing the outfitter to see if they have an opening on your requested dates. We will continue reaching out to the outfitter daily until we hear back. You’ll hear from us very soon.
Tennessee FAQs
What you need to know before you book:
What type of terrain should I expect when hunting in Tennessee?
Reelfoot Lake sits in a low-lying floodplain, so you’ll be hunting over broad, shallow water, cypress-tupelo timber stands, open bays and backwater sloughs. Submerged timber “holes,” shallow flats and slough edges funnel ducks into your decoy spreads, and nearby marshes and agricultural fields provide additional feeding and loafing areas.
What methods are commonly used to hunt in Tennessee?
Waterfowlers at Reelfoot Lake rely on decoy patterns and concealment. Hunters use layout boats or small blinds tucked into flooded timber or along slough edges, setting a mix of diving and puddle-duck decoys to target pintails, gadwall, wigeon and mallards. Calling, strategic decoy placement in flats or river channels, and shot-gunning from shallow-draft boats are the primary tactics.
How does weather affect hunting in Tennessee?
Weather plays a big role in bird movement at Reelfoot Lake. Cold fronts tend to concentrate ducks into protected sloughs and backwater holes, while wind direction can push flocks into particular bays or timber stands. Mild, overcast days often see more active feeding, and heavy rain or fog may delay flights until late morning.
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Three generations and 150 years of duck hunting have made us, at Waterfowl Unlimited, your number one choice when it comes to Reelfoot Lake Duck Hunting Guide. When thousands of pintails, gadwall, widgeon and mallards begin to swarm the lake and timber holes, we know how to set you up to shoot them! Where to stand, how to act, what to do, and when? We’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can head back home with a mixed bag of waterfowl and the best hunting stories that you’ll never stop telling.
Until your next duck hunt with us, of course, and, if possible, even better stories. We’ll take you to some of the best spots and habitats of pintail, gadwall, widgeon and mallards, provide a safe and secure duck hunting environment, and help you have all the fun and excitement that you’re looking for. We hold ourselves to very high standards and aim to provide you with a professional and reliable service. We work hard and take care of all the details so that we can prepare the location for you and let you enjoy the fruits of our labor to the fullest. Price includes 2 nights, which is the minimum hunt length.
Tennessee
Duck
1000
Waterfowl Unlimited Guide Service & Outfitters
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
1000
Includes Dogs
Contact
Check Availability
Contact Outfitter
Thank you! Your submission has been received! We will be in touch in the next 24 hours.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
This info will not be shared with other outfitters or sold in any way. We will not SPAM you. We grab this info so that we can (quickly) make a warm introduction between you and the outfitter. Then we step aside and let you communicate by email, text, or phone with the outfitter as you see fit.
Alternatively, log in or sign up to see this outfitter’s contact info so you can reach out directly.
Check Availability
Request received! We’re reaching out to the outfitter and will update you as soon as we hear back.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
When you submit this request, we will do the legwork of calling and emailing the outfitter to see if they have an opening on your requested dates. We will continue reaching out to the outfitter daily until we hear back. You’ll hear from us very soon.
TN Duck Hunt
Three generations and 150 years of duck hunting have made us, at Waterfowl Unlimited, your number one choice when it comes to Reelfoot Lake Duck Hunting Guide. When thousands of pintails, gadwall, widgeon and mallards begin to swarm the lake, and timber holes, we know how to set you up to shoot them!
Where to stand, how to act, what to do, and when? We’ll tell you everything you need to know so that you can head back home with a mixed bag of waterfowl and the best hunting stories that you’ll never stop telling. Until your next duck hunt with us, of course, and, if possible, even better stories.
We’ll take you to some of the best spots and habitats of pintail, gadwall, widgeon and mallards, provide a safe and secure duck hunting environment, and help you have all the fun and excitement that you’re looking for. We hold ourselves to very high standards and aim to provide you with a professional and reliable service. We work hard and take care of all the details so that we can prepare the location for you and let you enjoy the fruits of our labor to the fullest. Price includes 2 nights, which is the minimum hunt length.
Tennessee
Duck
800
Waterfowl Unlimited Guide Service & Outfitters
Fair Chase
Private
Lodge
Yes
Modern Climate Control
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
800
Includes Dogs
Contact
Check Availability
Contact Outfitter
Thank you! Your submission has been received! We will be in touch in the next 24 hours.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
This info will not be shared with other outfitters or sold in any way. We will not SPAM you. We grab this info so that we can (quickly) make a warm introduction between you and the outfitter. Then we step aside and let you communicate by email, text, or phone with the outfitter as you see fit.
Alternatively, log in or sign up to see this outfitter’s contact info so you can reach out directly.
Check Availability
Request received! We’re reaching out to the outfitter and will update you as soon as we hear back.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
When you submit this request, we will do the legwork of calling and emailing the outfitter to see if they have an opening on your requested dates. We will continue reaching out to the outfitter daily until we hear back. You’ll hear from us very soon.
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