November in Georgia is a season to be grateful for—especially if you love to fish. As the water cools and holiday gatherings draw near fish are on the move and the busy summer crowds have long gone leaving you with quiet peaceful mornings on the water. Bass and crappie are filling up before winter like […]

November is one of the most underrated times to fish in Georgia. Cooler water has fish on the move and the crowds of summer have faded leaving quiet mornings and calm lakes to enjoy. Bass and crappie are feeding up before winter trout fishing in North Georgia is steady and saltwater anglers are finding great […]

Water level is 1065.38 (5.62 feet down) with water temps ranging from 62 to 64 degrees. Turnover is really getting going on the lake so water clarity is clear where it has not started to weak coffee colored where it is still going on. As turnover rolls along the “breakout” has begun and fish will […] The post November 2025 Lake Lanier Striper Fish...

Bass fishing in Georgia is more than a pastime…it’s a challenge an adventure and a chance to create memories on the water. If you’ve been working toward your Georgia Bass Slam consider this your reminder to keep going and finish strong. Whether you’re chasing shoal bass in rivers or hunting largemouth in quiet ponds each […]

Trout fishing in Georgia is more than just a sport; it is about resilience joy and the moments that matter most. Few stories show this better than that of Bill Chester and his wife Susie Chester. After a rare stroke forced her to relearn how to walk talk and “just function as an adult ” the […]

Bass fishing in Georgia is at its best during the fall when cooler temperatures and active fish create exciting opportunities for anglers across the state. From largemouth bass lurking in Public Fishing Areas to spotted and shoal bass in rivers and reservoirs Georgia offers diverse options for every level of angler. Our staff has worked […]

Trout fishing in Georgia offers anglers year-round opportunities to experience some of the state’s most scenic waters. From wild brook trout high in the North Georgia mountains to stocked rainbow and brown trout in accessible streams and rivers Georgia provides diverse options for every level of angler. Popular destinations such as the Chattahooche...

Fall fishing in Georgia is a season of change and excitement. As water temperatures cool and daylight shortens fish begin shifting toward their autumn patterns creating fresh opportunities for anglers across the state. Whether you’re chasing bass on the big reservoirs drifting for stripers on Lanier or casting a line in your favorite pond now […]

Lake level is at 1067.3 (3.7 feet below full pool) water temps are 74-76 degrees and the lake is starting to get cloudy with turn over starting up early this year. October fishing is all about being versatile. Turnover has already started up and the fish are doing their breakout of the south end of the […] The post October 2025 Lake Lanier Striper...

For many families fall is the perfect season to introduce kids and even adults to the joys of fishing. With cooler weather and plenty of opportunities to learn events like Kids Fishing Events and Fish & Learns make casting a line both fun and educational. Whether it’s a child feeling the tug of their first […]

For many Georgia anglers fall is catfish season at its finest. As waters cool channel blue and flathead catfish feed heavily prowling river bends reservoir channels and lake bottoms in search of an easy meal. Whether you’re setting trotlines along the Altamaha drifting baits on Lake Sinclair or simply casting from a dock after sunset […]

As fall settles in Georgia’s trout stocking program begins to wind down and stocking ceases until delayed harvest begins marking the close of another exciting season on the water. Streams across North Georgia that have been brimming with fresh hatchery-produced trout all summer have already received their final stockings of the year. But don’t fret...

This September anglers across Georgia have something special to look forward to. On Saturday September 27 2025 National Hunting and Fishing Day doubles as a Free Fishing Day—meaning residents can cast a line without needing a fishing or trout license. From the quiet ponds tucked in pine forests to the rushing streams of North Georgia […]

Lake level is 1068.97 (2.03 down) with water temps around 80-82 degrees and clear water conditions.  The rain and cooler temps in the middle of August have kept the lake level up and cooled water temps into the 70s. We crept back up as of the end of August to the mid 80’s but are […] The post September 2025 Lake Lanier Striper Fishing Report appea...

In Middle Georgia bass fishing isn’t just a hobby it’s woven into the very fabric of our river towns. That’s why fisheries scientists from the University of Georgia Emory the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the University of North Georgia teamed up and officially named two new species on August 19 one of […]

In Georgia fishing is more than a pastime it’s part of our way of life. That’s why the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is working hard to keep our waters healthy and our fisheries thriving for anglers like you. From planting tens of thousands of native aquatic plants to restoring shorelines and improving fish habitat […]

Fishing is one of those simple pleasures that does wonders for your mental health. There’s just something about being near the water casting a line and waiting in the quiet that helps your mind slow down. No emails no rush—just you nature and maybe a couple of fish if you’re lucky. It’s peaceful a little […]

Night fishing is a great option during the blazing hot Georgia summer. Just check out Gregg and his recent nighttime catch from a recent night fishing trip at Don er State Park.  This was his second time fishing at this location and with this success it looks like he might be back for a 3rd […]

School is back in session. Bet the kids are jealous that fish have “schooling” opportunities all year long. 🙂 Want to ask those weary-school students how their week went? Reward them with a fun fishing trip because I bet they will be more willing to tell you school stories when they are out on the […]

The lake level is at 1070.05 (.95 feet below full pool) with water temperatures from 79-80 degrees and the main lake is clear. Water temps had reached their normal summer temps but the recent cool nights and rain has severely reduced the lake temperatures.  The lake is definitely setting up a thermocline at the 35 […] The post August 2025 Lake Lan...

If you’re looking to add a little adrenaline to your fishing adventures it doesn’t get much wilder than noodling. Known as hand fishing this bold Southern tradition trades rods and reels for grit and a steady grip as anglers reach into underwater hideouts in search of massive catfish. Equal parts thrilling and time-honored noodling offers […]