Best fishing near Waco
13 fishing spots · 13 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best fishing near Waco, 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 13 of 13 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
R L Harris Reservoir
33.1 mi away
The R.L. Harris Reservoir in Alabama is a popular fishing destination, known for its abundance of largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish. Anglers can also catch striped bass and…
Why 63: resort size & terrain
63Solid
G⛰
#2
George H Sparks Reservoir
Good
36.3 mi away
· Water 61°F · a bit cool· Partly Cloudy · 73°F · 5 mph wind
George H Sparks Reservoir is a fantastic fishing area located in Georgia, USA. The reservoir is home to various fish species such as largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, and…
Why 58: live conditions (good)
58Solid
S⛰
#3
Sweetwater Lake
Fair
20.1 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Slight Chance Showers · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Sweetwater Lake is located in Conecuh County, Alabama, and is a great place for fishing enthusiasts. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass…
Why 54: live conditions (fair)
54Solid
H⛰
#4
High Rock Lake
Fair
21.6 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Slight Chance Showers · 73°F · 5 mph wind
High Rock Lake is a popular fishing destination located in Alabama, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill…
Why 51: live conditions (fair)
51Solid
C⛰
#5
Choccolocco Number 11 Lake
Good
29.4 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Choccolocco Number 11 Lake in Alabama is a popular fishing spot that is known for its large bass and catfish. Other fish species that can be caught in the lake include crappie…
Why 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
F⛰
#6
Fort Yargo Lake
Good
37.0 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Partly Cloudy · 72°F · 5 mph wind
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 50: live conditions (good)
50Solid
M⛰
#7
Morgan Lake
Good
28.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Morgan Lake is a popular fishing spot in Alabama, USA, known for its excellent angling opportunities. The lake is stocked with a variety of fish species, including largemouth…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
L⛰
#8
Lake Virginia
Fair
30.0 mi away
· Water 48°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Mostly Cloudy · 72°F · 5 mph wind
Lake Virginia is a small, 300-acre lake located in Alabama, USA, offering ample opportunities for anglers to catch different fish species, such as largemouth bass, bluegill, and…
Why 46: live conditions (fair)
46Rated
H⛰
#9
Harris Reservoir
Fair
34.9 mi away
· Water 47°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Mostly Cloudy · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Harris Reservoir is a popular fishing destination in Alabama, known for its abundant population of largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish. The area also offers other activities…
Why 45: live conditions (fair)
45Rated
F⛰
#10
Finks Lake
Good
34.7 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Finks Lake is a popular fishing spot in Alabama, known for its abundance of largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappie. Visitors can also enjoy hiking and camping in the nearby oak…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
C⛰
#11
Cheaha Lake
Good
35.3 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 73°F · 5 mph wind
The Cheaha Lake fishing area in Alabama is a small lake located within Cheaha State Park. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, bass, and bluegill, making it a popular spot for…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
C⛰
#12
Crooked Creek
Fair
35.1 mi away
· Water 47°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Mostly Cloudy · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Crooked Creek Fishing Area is located in Alabama, USA, and is a popular destination for anglers. The area is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, bream, and…
Why 42: live conditions (fair)
42Rated
Fishing near Waco
The Waco area has 13 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 Waco
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