Lake Lanier fishing forecast

Georgia · reservoir

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About fishing Lake Lanier

Spotted bass and blueback herring dominate; stripers and hybrids follow herring. Deep clear water in summer; night fishing is popular in hot months.

Fish to target

• Largemouth bass
• Spotted bass
• Striped bass
• White bass
• Crappie
• Walleye
• Bluegill / sunfish

Safety: dam releases

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Mobile District) - Buford Dam controls releases. Water levels and current can rise quickly and without warning below dams. Wear a life jacket and heed warning sirens.

Regulations and licensing

Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division fishing regulations · Fishing license

Species and locations are starter data and should be verified with the state wildlife agency.