Arnold Lake near Grantville: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Arnold Lake lies in Coweta County, Georgia. It sits at 712 feet above sea level. The water measures roughly 15 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. The closest town, Grantville, is 5.5 miles distant. Further out sit Hogansville (6.9 miles) and East Newnan (9.9 miles). The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Arnold Lake

  Depth remains unrecorded, so treat the first session as a survey. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Biodiversity records within roughly six miles include bluegill, yellow bullhead and dixie chub. It is a record of sightings and surveys, so use it as a guide. The near bank of Arnold Lake is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 79°F; the cold one sits at 42°F. Cooler months are the productive ones on most of this water. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. Autumn steadies things again once the heat lets go. Plan around that when you fish Arnold Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Blalock Lake Number One sits 1.6 miles off and takes the overflow. None of that is settled for Arnold Lake in what we hold.