FISHING IN GEORGIA
The variety of waters across Georgia means a dizzying assortment of game fish, from brightly hued rainbow trout in North Georgia’s mountain streams, to giant grouper off the coast of Jekyll Island, to feisty hand-size bluegill just about anywhere.
FIND FISHING SPOTS NEAR YOU
TOP FISHING SPOTS IN GEORGIA
LAKE PATRICK
Part of the Paradise Public Fishing Area, consisting of 60 lakes with more than 350 acres of intensively managed water for fishing
FORT YARGO STATE PARK
Located outside of Atlanta near the college town of Athens, Fort Yargo State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities including fishing.
SAVANNAH NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
The refuge is well-known for its waterfowl population, so be sure to take in the nature viewing as you cast your line in the 2,700 acres of impounded waters and cana
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COMMON CATCHES IN GEORGIA
| GEAR TO USE | |
|---|---|
| Rod | 6.5 foot medium or medium-heavy action graphite spinning rod |
| Reel | Spinning reel |
| Line | 8-pound test monofilament fishing line |
| Lure | Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits, Frog & Toad Fishing Baits, Soft Plastic Baits, Topwater Fishing Baits |
CHANNEL CATFISH
FIND WHERE TO CATCH
The channel catfish is very highly regarded for its food and sports value.
| GEAR TO USE | |
|---|---|
| Rod | 6-7-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod |
| Reel | Spinning reel |
| Line | 14-pound or stronger abrasion-resistant monofilament line |
| Lure | Terminal tackle (circle or bait hooks, treble hooks, egg sinkers), live worms or minnows, cut-bait |
RAINBOW TROUT
FIND WHERE TO CATCH
The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.
| GEAR TO USE | |
|---|---|
| Rod | Light (2-8 lbs) spinning rod |
| Reel | 1500 spinning reel |
| Line | 2-4 pound test fishing line |
| Lure | Deli Shrimp, Dew Worm, Krill, Marshmellow, Single Salmon Egg, Artificial Baits |
| GEAR TO USE | |
|---|---|
| Rod | 7 foot medium-light rod |
| Reel | 3000 Spinning reel |
| Line | 10-15 pound test monofilament fishing line, add a fluorocarbon leader in the 20 to 25 pound range |
| Lure | Spoon, Worm Hook, Circle Hooks |
STRIPED BASS
FIND WHERE TO CATCH
To most freshwater anglers, the striped bass is a very important game fish is relatively new.
| GEAR TO USE | |
|---|---|
| Rod | 7 or 7.5-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod |
| Reel | 4000 Spinning reel |
| Line | 15-20 pound test monofilament fishing line |
| Lure | Topwater, Shallow Running Crankbaits,Medium Running Crankbaits, Deep Running Crankbaits, Bottom Bouncers |
| GEAR TO USE | |
|---|---|
| Rod | Ultralight spinning or spincast combos |
| Reel | Spinning reel |
| Line | 4-10 pound test monofilament fishing line |
| Lure | Fishing Hooks, Jigs (various colors and weights), Spoons, Mini-Crankbaits (use bobbers or floats as well) |
SALTWATER FISHING
Reefs, hills and shallows are some the best saltwater fishing locations.
LAKES & PONDS
Learn about the structures in lakes and ponds. Learn where to find fish, tips and more.
