BENTON, Ky. (Aug. 12, 2025) – Major League Fishing (MLF) announced today the schedule for the 2026 Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats , set to kick off in February on Alabama’s famed Lake Guntersville and wrap up in November with the Toyota Series Championship on Pickwick Lake – a Bill Dance Signature Lake – in Counce, Tennessee.
“The 2026 Toyota Series schedule builds on the momentum of an incredible 2025 season,” said MLF Toyota Series Tournament Director Mark McWha. “We’re confident that the 2026 schedule is set to deliver both high-level competition and the chance for grassroots anglers to shine on major stages. From legendary fisheries to exciting new opportunities, the upcoming season is shaping up to be one of the best yet for our anglers and fans.”
As one of the premier tournament trails in the country, the Toyota Series offers the highest payouts at the lowest entry fees available nationally. The series gives anglers the opportunity to compete in familiar regional waters for lucrative awards and advancement to the nationally televised Toyota Series Championship.
For Hardin County and Pickwick Landing State Park, the Toyota Series Championship’s return underscores the strong partnership between MLF, Tennessee State Parks and local tourism leaders – a relationship that continues to spotlight the fishery’s reputation as a premier fishing destination.
“Explore Pickwick Lake/Hardin County Tourism is pleased once again to host Major League Fishing for the Toyota Series Championship out of Pickwick Landing State Park, Tennessee,” said Beth Pippin, Tourism Executive Director. “Our partnership with Tennessee State Parks and MLF is a valuable opportunity in our efforts to continue our reputation as a national fishing destination. This economic impact drives our economy through sales tax, lodging tax, restaurants and other small businesses engagement, making MLF’s time here a boost to our revenue.”
At the championship, professional anglers will compete for a top prize of up to $235,000, including a $35,000 Phoenix MLF Bonus, while co-anglers will vie for a Phoenix 518 Pro bass boat powered by a 115-horsepower outboard, valued at $33,500.
The winning pro at the 2026 Toyota Series Championship will also earn a coveted invitation to REDCREST 2027, the Bass Pro Tour championship event, where a top prize of $300,000 is on the line.
2026 MLF Toyota Series Schedule:
Central Division
Feb. 18-20* Lake Guntersville Guntersville, Ala.
Hosted by Marshall County Tourism & Sports
March 31 – April 2** Pickwick Lake Counce, Tenn.
Hosted by Explore Pickwick Lake/Hardin County Tourism
May 13-15* Lake Eufaula Eufaula, Ala.
Hosted by the Eufaula Barbour County Chamber of Commerce
Northern Division
June 25-27 Potomac River Marbury, Md.
Hosted by the Charles County Government, Dept. of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism
July 30 – Aug. 1 St. Lawrence River Massena, N.Y.
Hosted by the Town of Massena
Aug. 27-29 Lake Champlain Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Hosted by the City of Plattsburgh & Adirondack Coast Visitors Bureau
Plains Division
Mar. 10-12** Lake of the Ozarks Osage Beach, Mo.
Hosted by the City of Osage Beach
April 9-11 Kentucky Lake Gilbertsville, Ky.
Hosted by the Kentucky Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau
June 18-20 Lake Dardanelle Russellville, Ark.
Hosted by the Russellville Tourism & Visitors Center
Southern Division
Jan. 29-31 Lake Okeechobee Clewiston, Fla.
Hosted by the Hendry County Tourism Development Council
March 4-6* Kissimmee Chain of Lakes Kissimmee, Fla.
Hosted by Experience Kissimmee
April 30 – May 2 Lake Seminole Bainbridge, Ga.
Hosted by Visit Bainbridge
Southwestern Division
Feb. 12-14 Sam Rayburn Reservoir Brookeland, Texas
Hosted by the Jasper – Lake Sam Rayburn Area Chamber of Commerce
March 26-28 Grand Lake Grove, Okla.
Hosted by the City of Grove & Grove Convention and Tourism Bureau
June 11-13 Arkansas River Muskogee, Okla.
Hosted by Visit Muskogee
Toyota Series Championship
Nov. 5-7 Pickwick Lake Counce, Tenn.
Hosted by Explore Pickwick Lake/Hardin County Tourism
*Wednesday-Friday event
**Tuesday-Thursday event
Full program rules and details for the 2026 MLF Toyota Series will be announced later this year.
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