lake blackshear fishing report october 2020

But, a lot of those fish are still in there, so dont be surprised if trout fishing blew up out of nowhere here when conditions stabilize and the water clarity gets closer to normal. Bait & Tackle: YES Scented baits are working best. The fish are moving off beds but some stragglers are still on them. Catfish season will kick off with 2,500 pounds of stocking April 22-23. Some largemouth are being caught on . Flint Davis, Fishing is starting to pick up again at lake Blackshear. They take it down about 4 feet every 2 years, and it's already down quite a bit. You are using an out of date browser. The cooler weather has then biting book now to have some fun you dont want to miss it! Catfish are also on a fair pick. The fishing scene has been quiet out here as it gets most of its traffic when its warmer and panfish are on the menu. Restaurant: YES, The Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort While most of the egg-laden females will be in the 15-20 pound size, fish over 30 pounds are present. CAHUILLA LAKE According to Julian Rangel of Desert Valley Outdoors, the lake is now under its third one-year contract extension which is just another Band-Aid to buy time to come up with a long-term management solution. PIRU LAKE There is a hope that the lake can re-open in the next two weeks. Check out Shady Bream Tournaments on Facebook if you are interested in more information. Floating baits, jigs and plastic minnows have worked best. The few who fished had to seek protected water just to be able to cast. I went over the river near Lumber City on Wednesday, and it was high and muddy still. Freshwater Fishing Shellcrackers Lake Blackshear Brojbennett May 5, 2020 May 5, 2020 #1 Brojbennett Senior Member I hear they are starting to bite. Blackshear is full of fish and big fish as well with many different techniques. Structure also holds lots of fish, so anglers should target blowdowns, submerged stumps, rip rap embankments, and anything else that contrasts the otherwise desolate clay flats that make up a significant portion of Laniers shoreline on the lower end of the reservoir. AQUEDUCT (NEAR BAKERSFIELD) - Striped bass fishing remains consistent, especially around the gates, on cut bait and live minnows. Woody structure as well as the rip-rap near the dam may be your best bet at a good cat. Males typically run 5- 15 pounds in size. Lake Blackshere fishing is really starting to heat up! 71 were here. In general, April and May water temperatures at Big Lazer PFA are warming up and so is the fishing. On Friday, they caught some oversized reds and big trout. Regional statewide fish reports are posted every Monday year-round. Lake Blackshear Crappie fishing is awesome. The lake borders Crisp, Dooly, Lee, Sumter and Worth counties in southwest Georgia. This week, we collected a few hybrids on the sandbars around Spring Branch up to the mouth of the Chauga River. Bass: Tournament angler Jonathan Martin reports, "This time of year I like to concentrate around the mouths of creeks watching for schooling fish busting shad on the surface. It is unlawful to fish on someone elses property without permission. 2459 US-280 Fresh or salt, north or south, if it swims in California waters Western Outdoor News has you covered with a team of dedicated fish reporters to bring you the latest news from the field. If you live in Warwick or De Soto you're less than 10 miles from Flint River. Experimenting with various colored jigs is helpful. You can take a look at what streams have been stocked in our Blue Ridge Trout Fishing Guide, Helen Trout Fishing Guide, Ellijay Trout Fishing Guide, or Dahlonega Trout Fishing Guide. Although not a native species to Lanier, we are finding their numbers and size slowly increasing. Lake Blackshear is about 68 degrees and stained. (Anglers are encouraged to check all gear within 24 hours). They caught over 20 lbs in just 3 hours with 4 going over 5 pounds. Lake Blackshear Fishing Report September 26th, 2022. The Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort But, it is a sleeper swimbait-bass lake and when trout are in the water its time to keep an eye on it. The harder it rained, the better they bit his 1/16-oz chartreuse Flashy Jighead (silver blade) rigged with a shad-colored Gulp Minnow. Georgia Casting flukes or even small curly-tailed grubs during the shad spawn can be a productive and exciting way to fish. The fish are a bit picky so be patient with your bait and strategic as you approach the area. SANTEE LAKES Trout went in to Lakes 3 and 4 on March 3. Some largemouth are being caught on plastics in slower section, and catfish are on a fair bite. PUDDINGSTONE LAKE Last stocked in late December, but slated for a DFW trout delivery this week. Blackshear Bassin has been on fire! Their biggest bass was a fat 7 1/4-pounder that Jackson fooled. Read More. 10 in. Alligator Gar with a Jig. About Fishing Reports for Lake Blackshear near Cordele A detailed fishing report for the Lake Blackshear will make the difference between a good fishing here and a bad one. CUYAMACA LAKE The lake received five inches of rain last week and runoff continues to hit the lake via stream inlets. After visiting several popular waters following the initial late March stockings, these heavily trafficked streams have already been mostly cleaned out. I fished the east side on Friday morning for about 3 hours and caught panfish, jackfish, and bowfin. Book a trip with me and lets go have same fun! Click here for a Georgia Fishing License. Some largemouths are spawning but the big wave seems to have been postponed by the recent spell of cool weather. Its closed on the third Friday of each month. Updated March 27, 2023. It sells out, which is why you can sign up this early. That may change now that Stephen Lane, of Cordele, has registered a whopper of a yellow perch that, There is not a more beautiful lake in Georgia than Blackshear, and right now it is full of quality largemouth feeding around grassbeds, lily pads and cypress trees. Water temp was 54oF, but increasing temps should increase the numbers of fish soon. PERRIS LAKE Bass fishing has rebounded after a bit of a lull. There is huge Crappie in the lake and some are known to be caught up to 4 pounds. Fishing spots and depth contours layers are available in most Lake maps. Bass Fishing During the Winter Season Months of January and February on Alabama's Lakes. Hello everyone, This is a fishing page dedicated to all guys and gals who fish Lake Blackshear. County lakes. Georgia Stocked Trout Streams Trout have been stocked in nearly all of North Georgias seasonally stocked streams. Blackshear is a VERY tricky lake. New for 2023, each month anglers have the opportunity to win two fishing permits, and a full day motor boat. Tagged bass (see that red tag) are swimming in the Flint River. Catfish are picking up cut baits that may or may not be intended for catfish. Flint Davis. For Game Wardens to correctly determine compliance with these limits, each individual should keep trout or other fish on separate stringers or in separate creels. The powers that be have not gone public with that. My biggest warmouth was 10 inches, and biggest flier was 8 1/2 inches. A whacky-rigged worm or Texas rigged soft plastics are excellent choices for catching these shallow fish. Bluegill with a Johnson Beetle Spins. SKINNER LAKE Striped bass fishing has been slow overall, but some bigger models pushing double digits are showing up on bigger swimbaits. An angler reported catching an 11-pound bass this week at the area. Game Wardens and other law enforcement officers are charged with enforcing this law. Boat Launch Ramp: YES 45,180 acres. Click on the link associated with each water body name for details. The St. Marys is the river in the best shape (in southeast GA) for fishing right now. After generation, the water levels can take a bit longer to reach their lows so be sure to pay closer attention to the Lake Lanier generation schedules and use some additional caution with the new norms. The fish can be found in main lake pockets and ditches and have been shallow on some days but the recent cold front has pushed them back deeper 25 to 28 feet in some cases. Lake Lindsay Grace: bass between 15 and 22 inches must be released immediately. New lake hours are 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. DIAMOND VALLEY LAKE The trout bite has tapered off, but the next delivery should arrive this week. Crappie are being caught while trolling with Jiffy Jigs in colors JJ13, JJ17, JJ20. We found fish in one small area of the river and caught a 31 Striper and a 25 Catfish. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Cordele, GA 31015. Shooting docks with jigs is also producing some fish. They caught their fish over submerged oysters and rock piles because of having higher tides when they fished. Some bass anglers are working finesse stuff in 20 feet of water, give or take, and getting into some pre-spawn largemouth. Cut bait may pick up a striper or two as well. You can post catches of any fish and. Read more. Bass fishing is looking good on Tired Creek Lake. There are also some schools of post spawn bass that are checking out the shellcracker. This reservoir's waters support good populations of bass, crappie, white bass, hybrid bass, stripers and catfish. New Chatuge Lake Record: (reports by DNR Biologists) Hiawassee resident, Howard Stimis, caught a 2.0 lb crappie from Lake Chatuge. Make every reasonable effort to retrieve lost gear (including hooks, line and lead sinkers). There is many fish of quality and quantity. Oh, and the lake is full, so its still flooding into the upper basin, too. Panfish are slow. Work the isolated cover and depressions. BY MIKE STEVENS Fishing is slow at the moment since the last plant went in months ago. Coosa/Oostanaula River Striped Bass (report by Jim Hakala, Regional Fisheries Supervisor) The annual spawning migration of striped bass from Lake Weiss is underway. Tired creek has a lot of warmouth so if you are interested in trying something new they are neat little fish that is thriving in this unique reservoir. 12 in. To enter weigh in your largest caught fish at the boat dock (dock scale must be used by city staff). The lake is currently closed for the season to all recreation. Flint River and its tributaries (below Warwick Dam): 12 inches, Flint River and its tributaries (above Warwick Dam): 15 inches. Water levels are back up to normal and the bite is pretty good. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Annual lake use passes can be purchased at Launch Pointe (32040 Riverside Dr., Lake Elsinore) or online at City of Lake Elsinore: Annual Passes. Lake Blackshear Fishing Report - August 2020 GON Staff | July 30, 2020 Blackshear: Level: Full pool. It is unlawful to take in one day or to possess at any one time, except at a residence or commercial storage facility, more than the daily limit for each species. Lake Blackshear is full of boat ramps and Blackshear fishing guides are mainly put in at Lauren Williams which has a swimming area and a good size boat ramp thats located mid-lake. Hybrid bass catch from WF George (Photo Larys Lug Pole). They caught some crappie and a few redbreasts on curly-tail grubs and some really nice catfish (up to 7 pounds) on shrimp fished on the bottom. Try a lizard lure to get those territorial males to take a bite. Rainbows have been stocked in the river so expect heavier visitors on the days the river is fishable. Some bass are being caught on swimbaits, finesse plastics and jigs. Flint Davis, Lake Blackshere is a awesome place to fish. Many tournaments are held here at this ramp and has plenty of space for yourself as well. 2023 Fishidy. Lake Hartwell is one of the Southeastern United States' largest recreation lakes. Your best bet to catch fish is with a Lake Blackshear fishing guide that knows the lake and has been fishing it for years. May 5, 2020 #2 QuackHead90 Senior Member I looked yesterday and didn't find any but didn't spend a lot of time looking. Click here for a Georgia Fishing License. EL CAPITAN RESERVOIR Some water is being released (likely just moved over to San Vicente) in accordance with dam regulations, but the lake level remains about the same (if not slightly higher) because of the amount of water coming in. The Shad Rap has continued to be reliable in the creek pockets and a 3/16 ounce Weedless Wonder head around docks has also been productive. It has a campground, a lodge, a golf course, restaurants, marinas, and lots of private homes on its shores. The event will run from April 15th through the 24th. You dont have to run all over the lake to find rock if you know where to, When Robin Van Dette made her first cast of the day on Lake Blackshear, she immediately knew something big had inhaled the red wiggler she was using for bait. SANTA ANA RIVER LAKES A 12-pound, 10-ounce rainbow hit the scale at the big trout derby over the weekend, and there was also an 11-pound, 5-ounce lightning trout caught. The Satilla Riverkeeper is hosting their annual Fishing Tournament from April 15-24th. It's a favorite "fishin' hole" for lots of Georgians. Certain color jigs may work better in one pocket over another. Hybrid Bass on Lake Chatuge can be caught on midlake points. But in January, anglers should bypass that good-looking cover and look instead for rocks near deep water to catch Lake Blackshear bass. Click HEREfor more on the Southwest Tagging Study. Streamers are an excellent way to probe large areas for trout. Alcohol use is prohibited on WMAs except in designated camping areas. Clarity: Clear. Find the shad and there are usually largemouth close by. But, the lake is up to 65 percent of capacity and climbing. Ga. Waterdog aka Jack Becker, Gainesville. They pitched worms to catch 10 decent bluegills, 3 shellcrackers, and a couple redbreasts. Junk flies are still the go to for these stocked trout, especially when the water is high following rains. In the dark waters lurk several species of fish . I switched to trolling Dura-Spins for bowfin during the last 1/2 hour of the trip and caught 9 bowfin up to 5 pounds. Trout fishing has been hit or miss with the best fishing coming on floating worms and Mice Tails. LOPEZ LAKE Heading into the weekend, this lake was at 99.2 percent of capacity and on the verge of spilling for the first time in a quarter century. Worms and crickets are you best bet here. NACIMIENTO LAKE Angler pressure continues to be very light since conditions (debris, water off-color and cold) leave a lot of be desired at the moment, but the future looks bright with all the new water. Boat Rental: YES Striped Bass have also been pouring into the rivers this week, especially on warm days following rain events. Mackerel and chicken livers are picking up some catfish in Siesta Cove and Shadow Cove. Lake Lindsay Grace: bass between 15 and 22 inches must be released immediately. He said that he caught at least 100 and kept some of the larger fish (about 40 of them). There are quality models caught though among the few biters, for what its worth. You can also try trolling with bright colored jigs and minnows at varying depths to find bunched up crappie. The bite picks up late in the evening around 7:00 and continues until dark, and on certain days. Currently, it is legal to fish with or possess live blueback herring on Lake Juliette. All months are good fishing at Lake Blackshear. Also, spring is a great time to not only fish but also plan a fun picnic with the whole family. Each of these species is stocked by WRD to maintain these fisheries, so now is a great time to go out and enjoy them! Remember to adjust these times based on barometric pressure, and weather changes. Fish are being caught several different ways. Anglers are reporting that the bit drops off when you sit still. North Georgia Trout Streams (report by Tad Murdock of Georgia Wild Trout guide service and Sarah Baker, DNR Trout Biologist) Trout fishing success has continued to pick up as waters across the state warm. Also, I put in at the State Park near the Retreat at Lake Blackshear that is a excellent fishing area itself. The entry fee is only $25 per person and you are competing for $1,000 worth of cash prizes. This report is the most detailed report on Georgia lakes on the internet. Sign up to receive the weekly trout stocking report that is published each Friday afternoon during the trout stocking season. Tulare Lake reappearing in San Joaquin Valley as Sierra unleashes runoff from record winter, Pacific Eagle soars in annual Rockfish Rumble match-up, WON BASS: Co-angler etiquette and tips for taking your best shot from the back seat, Five things to consider specific to this season in the Eastern Sierra, Big linesides perking up with WON Lake Havasu Striper Derby closing in, Website Design, Fishing Report and Booking Software Provided by. Bert Deener of Waycross caught this warmouth on a crawfish Warmouth Whacker Jig during a trip last week. LAKE OROVILLE The lake rose to 860.57 feet in elevation and 80 percent, and water releases continue down the spillway to prepare for the upcoming snowmelt. The 8,500-acre lake is approximately 20 miles long and varies in width, but is rarely more than one mile wide. If you want to catch some nice fish now is the time! Catch one and report the tag, and you can get a hat and be eligible for a larger prize. A lot of the fish came from 8 to 12 feet of water. CACHUMA LAKE Still a difficult bass bite with all the new, cold water and stained conditions. This is just one of the nice white bass my son and i caught this past Saturday afternoon,,they were chasing shad and were feeding on top.Very exciting for a young more angler to witness, Noted for its excellent Largemouth Bass population, as well as an outstanding hybrid striped bass fishery. Bass action has been fair on plastics, jigs and some reaction haits. Catching shallow bass in July is fun, and Blackshear is a lake where anglers can do it. Lets get your out there fishing! Local guides are anticipating excellent conditions for fishing from later this spring through the rest of 2023, including for the WON Big Bear Troutfest in October. HODGES LAKE The latest news is the condition of the dam has been downgraded from poor to unsatisfactory, and that is only going to further delay the lakes return to a full-service fishing destination. If those times won't work for you, 12:00AM to 12:00AM looks promising. Generation on the Chattahoochee below Lanier has changed as the COE is trying a new strategy to limit the peak water generation levels in attempt to improve the quality of the river corridor. Baylor Press Wins on Lake Blackshear March 8, 2020 Cordele, GA., Baylor Press won the Bass Pro Shops Fishing Tour Division 74 tournamnet presented by American Bass Anglers. iPhone and Android users have a great tool for the woods and on the water. The lake was created by the construction of the Hartwell Dam, completed in 1962 and located on the Savannah River seven miles (11 km) below the point at which the Tugaloo . Didnt take long 7.1 Toad Flint Davis, We had a awesome day on the lake today with Jamie Henemyer from Leesburg ga. Catching a total of 30 Bass. The lake has healthy populations of bass, crappie, bluegill, catfish, sunfish, white bass, striped bass and hybrid stripers. Flint Davis, Stellar day on Lake Blackshear the big ones were biting with Mr Ronnie Wray from Panama City. April 30 Deadline To Make Comment, Lake Seminole Flathead Catfish Record Set, Georgia Womens Record Broken For Vermillion Snapper. Chason Smith of Cordele, GA. takes the win at the AFT D74 tournament held at Lake Blackshear on 26 March 2023. It is unlawful for one individual to possess more than the legal limit of any fish species. JavaScript is disabled. (Fishing report courtesy of Anthony Rabern, Region Supervisor and Fisheries Biologist with the Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division, with help from Region Staff and Local Experts). Bullying of any kind isn't allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, religion, culture, sexual . You can catch some catfish, but its swift enough that I would recommend fishing elsewhere. 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Redear Sunfish with a red wiggler. Click images for fishing tips and details about each species. Pine Knot Marina is expected to be fixed and running by May 1. Bass: Tournament angler Flint Murray reports, "With temperatures rising to their high peaks, the fish have become less active. Starting from now all the way until late June. About Lake Blackshear. Crappie (report by the Lanier Crappie Anglers Club) Weve been catching crappie on shallow docks, but post-spawn fish have moved to deeper docks at 15 feet and deeper. I started off early pitching Warmouth Whacker Jigs to shoreline cover and vegetation. Book your trip now to catch some of these this is the time! For the latest marine forecast, clickHERE. #4.25.5. Matt Rouse of St. George fished the upper St. Marys River on Saturday and caught this 7-pound catfish along with several others by fishing shrimp on the bottom. For the latest fishing information or live shrimp in the Brunswick area, check with J&P Bait and Tackle on Hwy 303 (912-282-9705). A float tube tournament was recently canceled and the weekend saw gusts to 40 mph. Big 3,000-pound stocks continue to arrive, and those trout are biting anything from jigs to spoons and a variety of floating baits. Crappie:Crappie fishing may begin to slow a bit now from last months peak. First place was Daniel and Michael with 8.06 pounds. That being said, fishing has been pretty rough if not dangerous. Some crappie are biting smaller plastics, and catfish are picking up scented nightcrawlers and dip baits. Permission is not required to fish in the Chattahoochee or Oconee National Forests, on Wildlife Resources Division Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) or Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs), or in Georgia State Parks (gastateparks.org) as long as all applicable state regulations are followed. Bites are in lesser quantity. 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