Best fishing near Marietta

6 fishing spots · 6 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Marietta, 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 6 of 6 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Fort Yargo Lake
#1 Fort Yargo Lake Good
11.7 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance Showers · 72°F
Fort Yargo Lake is a 260-acre reservoir in Winder, Georgia, popular for fishing. The lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and crappie. Nearby…
Why 51: live conditions (good)
51Solid
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McNeels Lake
#2 McNeels Lake Good
5.7 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance Showers · 72°F
McNeels Lake is located in southern Georgia and is renowned for its excellent fishing opportunities. Anglers can expect to catch largemouth bass, crappie, bream, and catfish in…
Why 48: live conditions (good)
48Rated
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GB's Lake
#3 GB's Lake Good
6.7 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Chance Showers · 72°F
GBS Lake, also known as George Bagby State Park Lake, is a popular fishing spot in Georgia. Fish species include largemouth bass, crappie, bream, and catfish. There are plenty of…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
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Lake Starling
#4 Lake Starling Fair
11.7 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Chance Showers · 73°F
Lake Starling is a beautiful fishing destination located in Georgia, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish. Nearby…
Why 44: live conditions (fair)
44Rated
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Murphey Candler Park
#5 Murphey Candler Park
11.5 mi away
Murphey Candler Park is a popular fishing spot in Brookhaven, Georgia. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and crappie. Nearby activities…
Why 38: species variety
38Rated
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Butternut Creek
#6 Butternut Creek
12.3 mi away
The Butternut Creek fishing area in Georgia is a great spot for catching rainbow and brown trout. Nearby activities include hiking in the nearby Appalachian Mountains and…
Why 25: species variety
25Rated

Fishing near Marietta

The Marietta area has 6 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 Marietta

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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.

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