Linger Lake near Crossville: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Linger Lake lies in Cumberland County, Tennessee. It lies 1,768 feet above sea level. At about 32 acres, a day is enough to walk the shoreline properly. A shoreline of some 1.0 miles keeps the choices simple. Crossville lies 4.7 miles from the water. Beyond it, Fairfield Glade at 6 miles and Lake Tansi at 10 miles. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Linger Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Fish documented in Cumberland County include bluegill, rock bass and greenside darter. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. The shape of Linger Lake rewards a slow walk along one bank.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate normals give 74°F for July and 35°F for January. The swings are modest, so patterns change slowly. It is not guaranteed from one year to the next. Autumn steadies things again once the heat lets go. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Linger Lake. A settled spell fishes better than a bright one.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Bass water: a Texas-rigged worm near cover, a spinnerbait when you need to cover ground. A phone call first saves an afternoon. Close seasons apply to some species and not others. Fox Creek Lake sits 1.4 miles off and takes the overflow. None of that is settled for Linger Lake in what we hold.