Le Tarnon is a picturesque tributary of the Tarn River in the Gard department of Occitanie, offering anglers a diverse mixed fishery with excellent populations of brown trout, barbel, chub, and coarse species like carp and pike. The river's varied character from clear flowing sections to deeper pools provides rewarding opportunities for both fly and conventional tackle fishing, with the added flexibility of night fishing and bivouac camping allowed along the stretch. A valid Carte de Pêche, obtainable through your local AAPPMA (fishing association), is required to fish these waters legally.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Tarnon holds carp, barbel, chub, brown trout, pike, zander. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers — all carp must be handled carefully and returned.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Le Tarnon. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Tarnon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK and affiliation with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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This section is part of the River Tarn (Le Tarn). View the full river guide for species, night fishing rules, all sections and more.
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