A lakeside scene with grassy shore, calm water, and a tree line under a partly cloudy sky.
A lakeside scene with calm water, grassy shore, and a tree line in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
Small bird wading in shallow flooded area among grasses and trees, reflecting in calm water.

Bill Dance Lake

Description

Located in Fayette County, this 177-acre lake is a great spot for catfish and crappie. There’s family picnic areas, concessions, and has license & lake permits available for purchase on site. Boat rentals are also available to get out on the water.

Optimized Fish:
Bluegill
Bluegill
Catfish
Catfish
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Enhancements

• Fish Feeders
• Artificial Fish Structures
• Annual stocking of channel catfish and hybrid striped bass

Activities:
Boating
Fishing
Picnicking
Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Fishing at Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Visitor taking picture of scenic waterfront Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Capturing lakefront image at Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Boating at Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Boating at Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Kayaking at Bill Dance Lake in Fayette County, Tennessee
Kayaking at Bill Dance Lake in Fayette County, Tennessee
Hiking with pets at Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Hiking at Bill Dance Lake located in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Hiking at Bill Dance Lake
Location
  • Fayette
Map segment showing counties, with a teal label reading “BILL DANCE LAKE” over a county boundary.
Rules & Regulations

For rules and regulations, please visit TWRA.com.

Hours of operation may vary.

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