Fishing High Falls Lake

AKA: High Falls State Park Lake

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High Falls Lake, GA

Popular Fish Species High Falls Lake, GA

High Falls Lake Popular Fish - Black Crappie

Black Crappie Fishing

The most popular species at High Falls Lake is the huge population of black crappie. Crappie tend to run in schools, and once a school is located, there is a good chance for catching significant numbers. Crappie fishing is easy and requires simple, basic gear. Virtually any fishing pole, reasonably small line and crappie jigs or small hooks baited with live bait, creates the ideal setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to maintain. The best time to catch crappie tends to be at dawn and dusk. Live bait and small jigs are the most common method for crappie here. Because crappie prefer cover and structure, locate brush and vegetation in appropriate water depths. Using a fish finder can help locate schools of crappie, which tend to stack vertically around cover. In spring and fall focus on the 8 to 12 foot range. As the crappie move deep in summer and winter, follow points out deep, as well as find ledges near channels in deeper water.

High Falls Lake Popular Fish - Flathead Catfish

Flathead Catfish Fishing

Plentiful populations of flathead catfish can be found in High Falls Lake. The lake record flathead catfish is 60 pounds, and many others in the 50-pound range have been caught with regularity. Fishing for flathead catfish is most often productive in the river end of the lake around any kind of structure. Road beds, creek channels and rocky points are all good places to begin. Use a slip sinker or Carolina rig with popular catfish baits. Other catfish in the lake include channel and blue catfish.

High Falls Lake Popular Fish - Striped Bass

Striped Bass Fishing

Striped bass are a favorite of many locals and fishing guides at High Falls Lake. These stripers are plentiful, run in schools and can grow to bragging size. The lake record is over 20 pounds. In Spring and Fall work the upper end of the lake where water is flowing into the lake. Look for deeper water in the river channel, as a holding place for stripers. In Summer and Winter, stripers hang out in deeper water during the day Morning often draws the stripers to much shallower water, look for them from the surface down to around the 20-foot range as they feed on shallow-running schools of bait. The lake is filled with plenty of baitfish and sunfish to to keep the fishery thriving. Being successful at fishing for stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and the wolf packs of stripers which are likely to be nearby. Fish finders, and forward facing sonar, are a big help in locating these roaming schools. Live bait is very effective here, and stripers can be caught year round.

Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, bluegill, green sunfish, redbreast sunfish, redear sunfish, rock bass, spotted sunfish, warmouth, yellow perch and striped bass at High Falls Lake in Georgia.

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Clear water, loaded with fish is the draw at High Falls Lake, a 650-acre lake in the central part of the state, 8 miles southwest of Jackson. Bass anglers can cruise over 20 miles of shoreline in search of largemouth bass, which are here in good size and numbers. Fishing for channel catfish is quite popular as well.

High Falls Lake, located in central Georgia, is a popular fishing destination known for its diverse fish population and scenic beauty. Anglers flock to the lake for a chance to catch various popular fish species that thrive in its waters.

Bass fishing is particularly rewarding on High Falls Lake. Both largemouth bass and spotted bass can be found here, offering anglers exciting opportunities to test their skills. The lake's structure, such as submerged rocks, points, and fallen trees, provides excellent cover for bass, making it an ideal habitat for these sportfish. Anglers often use a variety of lures, including crankbaits, soft plastics, and topwater baits, to entice the bass into biting.

Catfish enthusiasts will also find plenty of action on High Falls Lake. The lake is home to channel catfish, which are sought after by anglers looking for a tasty meal or a thrilling fight. Using cut bait, live bait, or stink baits, anglers can target catfish along the lake's banks, near submerged structures, or in deeper areas.

Sunfish, including bluegill and redear sunfish, provide enjoyable fishing opportunities for anglers of all ages. High Falls Lake has abundant populations of these panfish, which can be caught using small hooks, worms, or crickets. Fishing near vegetation, along the shoreline, or around docks and piers can lead to exciting encounters with sunfish.

Yellow perch are also present in High Falls Lake, offering additional angling opportunities. These fish are often targeted during the colder months when they move into shallower areas to spawn. Anglers can use small jigs, live bait, or minnow imitations to entice yellow perch into biting.

High Falls Lake in Georgia provides a range of fishing opportunities for anglers seeking bass, catfish, crappie, sunfish, yellow perch, and striped bass. With its diverse fish population, scenic surroundings, and recreational amenities for boating and camping, High Falls Lake offers a memorable fishing experience for anglers of all skill levels.

High Falls State Park Lake, the only campground at the lake, is a good place to headquarter. Horsepower limit for boat motors is 25 horsepower, making this an ideal destination for kayaks, canoes and smaller fishing boats.

Primary fish species residing in High Falls Lake

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High Falls Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Boating and camping are popular activities on High Falls Lake, with several boat ramps and campgrounds available for visitors. Anglers can enjoy the convenience of accessing prime fishing spots from their boats and relax in the scenic beauty of the lake. Campgrounds near the lake offer a peaceful setting for overnight stays, allowing anglers to extend their fishing trips and make the most of their time on the water.

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

High Falls Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, at the west end of the dam, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.