Summary
Visitors can also enjoy water sports like kayaking and swimming in the lake, as well as hiking and camping nearby. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing around structures like fallen trees or docks. The best time to visit is in the spring and fall when temperatures are mild, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit.
Fish Species
Walleye
Nearby Fishing
Lake Rabun
Lake Burton
Tallulah Falls Lake
Yonah Lake
Lawson Lake
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallulah River Ab Powerhouse
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41cfs |
Tallulah River Near Clayton
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135cfs |
Chattooga River Near Clayton
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323cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Helen
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69cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Leaf
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243cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Cornelia
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407cfs |
Angling Safety Guidelines
Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
Handle Fish Responsibly
Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
Choose the Right Gear
Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
Respect the Waterway
Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
Keep It Clean
Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash—discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Related Links
Area Campgrounds
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Seed Campground
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Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area
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Pear Tree Hill Group Camp
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Rabun Beach
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Tallulah Gorge State Park
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Wildcat Creek Camp Ground
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Nacoochee
Tallulah Gorge State Park
Wilderness Tray Mountain
Black Rock Mountain State Park
National Wild and Scenic River Chattooga, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia