Allen Lake near Snellville: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Allen Lake lies in Gwinnett County, in Georgia. It sits in dry hill. At 21 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. On our Gwinnett County list it sits near the top for size. Some 2.4 miles away sits Snellville, the nearest settlement. Grayson lies 6.2 miles off, Mountain Park another 6.4 miles. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Allen Lake

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists bluegill, largemouth bass and redbreast sunfish. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish in this exact water on the day. At Allen Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between 42°F in January and 79°F in July. Fishing runs all year, with summer the awkward season. Heat pushes fish deep from June onwards, so start early. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. It holds true on Allen Lake more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. There is no recorded infrastructure here; expect to find your own way in. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. A landowner's word beats anything printed elsewhere. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. Should this one be busy, Kilpatrick Lake is 1.1 miles off. Signs at Allen Lake carry more weight than any list.