Best fishing near Carlton
10 fishing spots · 10 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Carlton, Georgia — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 10 of 10 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Reservoir Number One
Good
37.7 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Partly Cloudy · 68°F
Reservoir Number One, also known as Clarks Hill Lake, is located in eastern Georgia and is a popular fishing destination. The lake is known for its abundance of largemouth bass…
Why 52: live conditions (good)
52Solid
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#2
Lightwood Log Creek
Good
30.2 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Partly Cloudy · 71°F
Lightwood Log Creek is a popular fishing spot in Georgia that is well-stocked with fish species such as rainbow trout, brown trout, and smallmouth bass. The area is also ideal for…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
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#3
Richard B Russell Lake
Good
19.4 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Partly Cloudy · 72°F
Richard B. Russell Lake is located in South Carolina and is known for its excellent fishing. The lake is home to several fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, catfish…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#4
Parsons Mountain Lake
Good
35.6 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Partly Cloudy · 72°F
Parsons Mountain Lake is a popular fishing destination located in south-carolina, USA. The lake is a great spot for both novice and experienced anglers looking to catch a variety…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
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#5
Chapman Lake
Good
24.5 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Partly Cloudy · 72°F
Chapman Lake is located in Georgia and offers plenty of fishing opportunities for anglers of all experience levels. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#6
Sugar Creek
Good
39.5 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Sugar Creek is a small fishing area located in north-central Georgia, USA. The creek is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout, making it a popular spot for fly…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#7
Cliatt Creek
Good
39.6 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Partly Cloudy · 73°F
Cliatt Creek is a great spot for fishing in Georgia, USA. The creek is stocked with rainbow trout, brown trout, and brook trout, making it an ideal spot for trout fishing. Nearby…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#8
Lake Oconee
Good
39.9 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Patchy Fog · 72°F
Lake Oconee is a popular fishing destination in Georgia, USA. Anglers can expect to catch various fish species such as largemouth bass, striped bass, crappie, and catfish. There…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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#9
Lake Hartwell
Good
36.1 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Partly Cloudy · 71°F
Lake Hartwell is a popular fishing destination in Georgia, USA, known for its abundance of bass, catfish, and crappie. The lake offers many nearby activities, including boating…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
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#10
AH Stephens State Park
Good
28.0 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Partly Cloudy · 73°F
The fishing area at A.H. Stephens State Park in Georgia is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, bream, and crappie. Nearby activities include hiking…
Why 41: live conditions (good)
41Rated
Fishing near Carlton
The Carlton area has 10 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best fishing near Carlton
How are these fishing spots ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.