I consider Reelfoot one of the best fishing destinations in the country. The lake has all the qualities of you would want: it's huge, intimidating, beautiful, incredibly productive and at times scary. Though bait fishing is something I have given up years ago when at Reelfoot I'm happy to tote a cricket tube around to have a chance at some of the biggest bream I have ever seen. Hang around the cleaning area at any of the local resorts and you'll be astounded at the quantity and size of the fish the lake produces. I rate Samburg TN as one of the greatest American fishing towns.