Sep 21, 2026
Chili Cook-Off
Got a killer chili recipe? Just love to make chili? Enter it in our annual chili contest. only $5 to enter, winner gets prizes and their name forever on our chili cookoff trophy!
Sep 18, 2026
Sep 12, 2026
Fishing Scene Awaits Fall's Arrival
Report for September 11, 2026
By Steve McCadams
Kentucky Lake’s fishing scene is anxious for fall’s arrival. The wait will soon be over. Seasons officially transition September 22, which is next Tuesday.
Anglers know that doesn’t automatically mean cooler days will immediately descend. However, just knowing autumn’s arrival is here on the calendar makes it feel better out there on the lake and in the woods.
There’s already that feel in the air. Something special is taking place, one falling leaf at a time.
Lake levels have been hovering around the 356.2 range. Not a lot of change since last week. It has been hot and dry across the TVA valley.
Not much current moving in the main Tennessee River channel lately due to lack of rain. TVA has decreased discharge rates at Kentucky Dam as only 20,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) were passing through the gates.
Water color remains clear. Surface temperatures was holding in the 85 degree range.
It’s high time we had some cool nights creating those early fall foggy mornings.
Every fisherman is yearning for jacket mornings and shirt sleeve afternoons. Bring on the chill and a few goosebumps.
Sluggish current in the main channel has curtailed the bite for catfish this week. A few are being caught but lack of flow diminishes the movement of baitfish. When the schools of shad quit moving in low flows the catfish go lethargic.
The hot and dry conditions haven’t produced runoff so diminished flow means a diminished bite for catfishermen as of late. That will change whenever the current resumes.
A few crappie have been taken in the 11 to 14 foot depth range in early morning and late afternoons when lowlight conditions aid the bite.
Anglers credit their catches to jigs tipped with live minnows. Some are using live minnows exclusively and scoring a few reluctant crappie to bite.
Whenever cloud cover and perhaps some rainy days return watch for the bite to resume. Cooler days will help lower surface temps too, bringing more fish shallow.
The bass bite has also been sluggish due to slow current and a lack of cloud cover on the hot days. In the early morning hours and perhaps late afternoon the bite has been the best. Those bright sunny days when the sun is bearing down and daytime highs are in the mid 90’s has made it tough out there.
A few bass were on shallow gravel banks in early morning hours and just before dark. Tossing topwater and shallow running shad colored crankbaits have accounted for a few bites.
Still targeting the main lake ledges are some boats seeking smallmouth and some schooling largemouth. At times a few schools of white bass are busting the surface and roaming largemouth and smallmouth were running with them.
The white bass corral the shad schools and push them out over shallow sandbars where they blitz to the surface in a last ditch effort to escape.
Tossing a big spoon or a variety of larger crankbaits can pay dividends on larger bass in that scenario.
Hold on; cooler days are coming!
Kentucky Lake’s fishing scene is anxious for fall’s arrival. The wait will soon be over. Seasons officially transition September 22, which is next Tuesday.
Anglers know that doesn’t automatically mean cooler days will immediately descend. However, just knowing autumn’s arrival is here on the calendar makes it feel better out there on the lake and in the woods.
There’s already that feel in the air. Something special is taking place, one falling leaf at a time.
Lake levels have been hovering around the 356.2 range. Not a lot of change since last week. It has been hot and dry across the TVA valley.
Not much current moving in the main Tennessee River channel lately due to lack of rain. TVA has decreased discharge rates at Kentucky Dam as only 20,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) were passing through the gates.
Water color remains clear. Surface temperatures was holding in the 85 degree range.
It’s high time we had some cool nights creating those early fall foggy mornings.
Every fisherman is yearning for jacket mornings and shirt sleeve afternoons. Bring on the chill and a few goosebumps.
Sluggish current in the main channel has curtailed the bite for catfish this week. A few are being caught but lack of flow diminishes the movement of baitfish. When the schools of shad quit moving in low flows the catfish go lethargic.
The hot and dry conditions haven’t produced runoff so diminished flow means a diminished bite for catfishermen as of late. That will change whenever the current resumes.
A few crappie have been taken in the 11 to 14 foot depth range in early morning and late afternoons when lowlight conditions aid the bite.
Anglers credit their catches to jigs tipped with live minnows. Some are using live minnows exclusively and scoring a few reluctant crappie to bite.
Whenever cloud cover and perhaps some rainy days return watch for the bite to resume. Cooler days will help lower surface temps too, bringing more fish shallow.
The bass bite has also been sluggish due to slow current and a lack of cloud cover on the hot days. In the early morning hours and perhaps late afternoon the bite has been the best. Those bright sunny days when the sun is bearing down and daytime highs are in the mid 90’s has made it tough out there.
A few bass were on shallow gravel banks in early morning hours and just before dark. Tossing topwater and shallow running shad colored crankbaits have accounted for a few bites.
Still targeting the main lake ledges are some boats seeking smallmouth and some schooling largemouth. At times a few schools of white bass are busting the surface and roaming largemouth and smallmouth were running with them.
The white bass corral the shad schools and push them out over shallow sandbars where they blitz to the surface in a last ditch effort to escape.
Tossing a big spoon or a variety of larger crankbaits can pay dividends on larger bass in that scenario.
Hold on; cooler days are coming!
Sep 7, 2026
PLTL Monthly Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Paris Landing Tourism League (PLTL) will be held Tuesday, September 8th, at 6 pm at the large pavilion at Paris Landing State Park.
Hope to see you there!
Sep 2, 2026
Glow Over Paris This Saturday
Free admission; balloon rides will be approximately $10 per ride
Time: 5:00 pm till 10:00 pm
Glow Over Paris offers a magical atmosphere for families, photographers, and adventure seekers alike. The event highlights include:
Tethered Balloon Rides: Experience the thrill of flight as you rise above Eiffel Tower Park for a bird’s-eye view of the festivities.
The Evening Glow: As the sun sets, the park will transform into a forest of light. Anchored balloons will create a glowing spectacle against the backdrop of Tennessee’s own Eiffel Tower.
Live Entertainment: Throwback to the music of the 90’s as Saved By The Music: The Ultimate 90’s Experience will take the stage directly in front of the tower.
Food Trucks – enjoy an array of food choices from multiple food trucks.
Aug 31, 2026
Aug 26, 2026
Aug 23, 2026
Vendors Wanted
Looking for vendors for our biggest event of the year. Call to book. We are available daily, 10a-5p. 731-642-6895.
Aug 21, 2026
Our Favorite Bridge
Everyone loves a good painting of our favorite bridge.
To see more visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1YrJz4NcGP/
Aug 20, 2026
New Members
Guilty Pleasures - new hairdos, pedicures, topped off with hand dipped ice cream or another sweet treat.
Hair Art By Samantha on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054406153573
and
Summer's Sweets & Treats on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577690023345
Aug 18, 2026
Aug 16, 2026
Aug 15, 2026
Former Carmelitas For Rent
For Rent
Former Carmelitas Restaurant next door to Lakeview Grocery.
Contact: VICK
732-397-7411
Aug 12, 2026
Aug 10, 2026
New Business Owner
Lakeview Grocery and Paris Landing Motel, Inc. are both under new ownership as of 7/31/26. Phones number are still the same.
Please welcome the new owner, Vick Thaker.
Monthly Meeting
The monthly meeting of the Paris Landing Tourism League (PLTL) will be held Tuesday, August 11th, at 6 pm at the large pavilion at Paris Landing State Park.
Hope to see you there!Aug 9, 2026
Marina Day!
MARINA DAY is here! Join us on Saturday, August 15th for this fun-filled day of activities at the marina learning about water quality, marina animals, making crafts and ending the day with a BOAT RACE made of recycled materials! Race will be around 2:30pm. We will have build time with provided materials at 1:00pm until race. Bring the family for this fun, FREE day of activities!
Aug 7, 2026
Steve McCadams' Fishing Report
Steve McCadams
Summer Fishing Scene Update
Report for August 6, 2026
Kentucky Lake’s mid-summer fishing scene continues to be productive for catfishing along the Tennessee River. Even during the periods high heat and humidity ole’ whiskers has held up a pretty good bite for anglers willing to hang in there and ride it out.
Experienced summer catfishermen are finding them in the 35 to 50 depth range lately. Some are bumping the bottom with double hook rigs while others use just a heavy egg sinker above a barrel swivel to alleviate line twist, allowing a short leader to dangle below.
Observing the sonar screen closely to pinpoint the balls of baitfish will put you in touch with the catfish. They are usually hot on the trail of their forage.
Nightcrawlers, chicken livers, cut bait, hot dogs marinated in garlic scent and a host of commercial stink baits sold at local shops have been productive. The overall catfish bite has been good this summer.
It has been a typical summer fishing pattern lately as a combination of a few sightings of white bass in the jumps have been seen up and down the main river channel areas plus bass still holding around main lake sandbars.
Bass fishermen are tossing the usual big shad colored crankbaits plus Texas rigged worms and a variety of finesse baits to grab the attention of a few smallmouth too.
The main ingredient that seems to stimulate the summer bite for catfish, white bass, largemouth and smallmouth out on the ledges is moving water. TVA has been pushing enough water through Kentucky Dam as of late to keep the bite going too.
Lake levels were in the 357.6 range as of this report, which is in the normal range for this period of August. Watch for the elevation to continue to fall slowly in the weeks ahead.
Water color remains clear across the reservoir. Surface temperatures reflect the long stretch of hot weather and are staying in the 88 degree range.
A few anglers have been night fishing in an attempt to beat the heat. Some report success on white bass and some stripers while fishing beneath the lights.
Whenever light winds occur those floating lights really draw the schools of shad and that lures the white bass, stripers and some crappie at times. Mayfly hatches also enhance the night fishing as that sudden surge of forage creates a feeding frenzy.
By day anglers are finding a few sightings of surface feeding frenzies from aggressive schools of white bass busting the surface. Tossing white Roster Tails, chrome colored spoons and inline spinners that mimic the swimming action and appearance of darting baitfish will produce.
It’s wise to keep a rod and reel rigged and ready with a chrome colored topwater bait that rips the water and makes noise to attract the schooling white bass. Once they tear holes in the water in hot pursuit of shad they’ll attack anything that rips across the calm water as though it were being chased by other fish.
August has traditionally been prime time for finding and catching white bass on Kentucky Lake. Watch the sandbars near the main channel areas for activity. Sometimes it requires a lot of running around and looking but if you happen upon a school tearing up the surface it’s one of fishing’s finest hours.
Cast after cast can produce quick results. These fight to the finish gamefish will test your tackle and put a smile on any angler’s face.
Best to keep a cooler full of ice as white bass won’t last long in the livewell during these high surface temps of mid-summer.
Summer Fishing Scene Update
Report for August 6, 2026
Kentucky Lake’s mid-summer fishing scene continues to be productive for catfishing along the Tennessee River. Even during the periods high heat and humidity ole’ whiskers has held up a pretty good bite for anglers willing to hang in there and ride it out.
Experienced summer catfishermen are finding them in the 35 to 50 depth range lately. Some are bumping the bottom with double hook rigs while others use just a heavy egg sinker above a barrel swivel to alleviate line twist, allowing a short leader to dangle below.
Observing the sonar screen closely to pinpoint the balls of baitfish will put you in touch with the catfish. They are usually hot on the trail of their forage.
Nightcrawlers, chicken livers, cut bait, hot dogs marinated in garlic scent and a host of commercial stink baits sold at local shops have been productive. The overall catfish bite has been good this summer.
It has been a typical summer fishing pattern lately as a combination of a few sightings of white bass in the jumps have been seen up and down the main river channel areas plus bass still holding around main lake sandbars.
Bass fishermen are tossing the usual big shad colored crankbaits plus Texas rigged worms and a variety of finesse baits to grab the attention of a few smallmouth too.
The main ingredient that seems to stimulate the summer bite for catfish, white bass, largemouth and smallmouth out on the ledges is moving water. TVA has been pushing enough water through Kentucky Dam as of late to keep the bite going too.
Lake levels were in the 357.6 range as of this report, which is in the normal range for this period of August. Watch for the elevation to continue to fall slowly in the weeks ahead.
Water color remains clear across the reservoir. Surface temperatures reflect the long stretch of hot weather and are staying in the 88 degree range.
A few anglers have been night fishing in an attempt to beat the heat. Some report success on white bass and some stripers while fishing beneath the lights.
Whenever light winds occur those floating lights really draw the schools of shad and that lures the white bass, stripers and some crappie at times. Mayfly hatches also enhance the night fishing as that sudden surge of forage creates a feeding frenzy.
By day anglers are finding a few sightings of surface feeding frenzies from aggressive schools of white bass busting the surface. Tossing white Roster Tails, chrome colored spoons and inline spinners that mimic the swimming action and appearance of darting baitfish will produce.
It’s wise to keep a rod and reel rigged and ready with a chrome colored topwater bait that rips the water and makes noise to attract the schooling white bass. Once they tear holes in the water in hot pursuit of shad they’ll attack anything that rips across the calm water as though it were being chased by other fish.
August has traditionally been prime time for finding and catching white bass on Kentucky Lake. Watch the sandbars near the main channel areas for activity. Sometimes it requires a lot of running around and looking but if you happen upon a school tearing up the surface it’s one of fishing’s finest hours.
Cast after cast can produce quick results. These fight to the finish gamefish will test your tackle and put a smile on any angler’s face.
Best to keep a cooler full of ice as white bass won’t last long in the livewell during these high surface temps of mid-summer.
Aug 6, 2026
26th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
From: Paris Lakeway Kiwanis Club
The 2026 Paris Landing Arts and Crafts Festival by Paris Lakeway Kiwanis Club is coming soon! This is our 26th year of hosting this event. We will have over 115 Vendors displaying their handmade/handcrafted products, as well as a number of Food and Beverage Vendors. We will also have the Paris Landing State Park Nature Center setting up a booth with some live animals. As always, admission and parking is free.
Jul 28, 2026
PLTL Dues are due every July.
Individual supporter: $25 - Family supporters: $50 - Businesses $100
Need more information? Please visit our website at: visitparislanding.com
Mail to 160 Shady Hill Drive, Buchanan, TN 38222
Thank You! Thank You Very Much!
We Can't Do This Without You!
Jul 15, 2026
Annual Membership Drive
Annual Membership Fees Due In July
Annual Membership Fees
Businesses $100 (see below for benefits)
Don't own a business, we are happy for your individual support.
Individual supporter: $25 Family supporters: $50
The PLTL is self-funded. We do not receive any grant money or government funding. The only monies we receive come from membership fees, donations, events we sponsor or help sponsor, and fund raisers. Your participation and donations are greatly appreciated.
This past year, membership fees were used to help support Santa's Night of Lights Holiday Event at Paris Landing State Park, and to manage our website and Facebook page. We also vended (raised funds) at Piney Campers Fair to help support a silent auction and kayak give a way. We are always on the lookout for more opportunities to help or support. These events give us more opportunities to pass out information and encourage people to visit Paris Landing and our social media.
With over 78K visitors to our website and another 76k to our Facebook page annually, PLTL is a great resource to advertise and update your events and activities. Just notify our webmaster, Lee Owenby via email at leeowenby39@gmail.com or share with her on Facebook at Lee Pedy Owenby.
Click here for an application form.
Please print and mail application to:
160 Shady Hill Drive, Buchanan, TN 38222
Business Membership benefits include the following:
On our website at:
- Front page alphabetical listing with a link to your website.
- Front page top right corner ad space, ad or logo with website link - rotates weekly through alphabetical listing of members.
- Inclusion on Business Directory page with information about your business.
- Your ad or logo with website link is also included on the Events Schedule page. Every week ads are rotated to the top of the list.
- Members are encouraged to submit photos and brief articles about their business that would be of interest to tourist. Links to websites are included.
On Facebook:
- Participation on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/Paris-Landing-Tourism-League-305712731432/
- We are always happy to share links from our members that would be of interest to tourist.
If you have questions please contact: visitparislanding@yahoo.com
Sara Jones, President - Phone 731-819-6362
Click here for an application form.
Please print and mail application to:
160 Shady Hill Drive, Buchanan, TN 38222
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