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 the lake's waters. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and hunting. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing in the early morning or late evening when the fish are most active. The best time to visit is in the spring or fall when temperatures are mild, averaging around 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Featured Fish - American Eel

The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The body is snakelike and the head is pointed. The dorsal, caudal and anal fins are combined into one long, continuous fin. The eel’s coloration is dark gray to olive above and yellowish or white on the underside. The average size typically ranges in the range of two feet, although larger specimens may grow upwards of three feet. There have been a few rare occurrences of American eels ranging upwards of five feet.