Fishing in Georgia

Georgia's Appalachian streams hold wild trout, while massive Lake Lanier and Hartwell host competitive bass tournaments. The Chattahoochee River below Buford Dam is renowned for trophy brown trout. On the coast, Savannah and Brunswick areas offer excellent red drum, flounder, and sheepshead fishing.

Top Species

• Largemouth Bass
• Rainbow Trout
• Brown Trout
• Striped Bass
• Red Drum
• Flounder

Top Waters

• Lake Lanier
• Lake Hartwell
• Chattahoochee River
• Altamaha River

Fishing Types

• Saltwater / offshore fishing
• Freshwater / lake / river fishing

Fishing License

Georgia DNR — visit their site for current regulations and license requirements.