Cherokee Lake 52 Pound Catfish Caught : Gatlinburg Tennessee Smoky ...

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Charlie Jackson, 74 year old from Sevier County, caught a 52 pound 47 inch long Blue Catfish.  Mr Jackson fought for nearly 30 minutes this past Saturday to reel in this wonderful catfish from nearby Cherokee Lake.  Mr Jackson was reported as being being so sore the following day that he could hardly walk.  Wow, what fun. 

Local or visiting the Smokies Mountain area and looking for a  fishing guide on Cherokee Lake  ?  Be sure to check with Captain Dave and his crew.  They also guide for Douglas Lake, Norris Lake, and Smoky Mountain area rivers and streams (trout fishing).

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