Arringtons Pond near Harlem: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Arringtons Pond falls in McDuffie County, part of Georgia. Elevation runs to 341 feet. It covers about 8 acres, so this is small water you can walk round in under an hour. Most waters listed here for McDuffie County are larger. Harlem at 7.5 miles is the nearest place to stop. After that come Wrens at 9.6 miles and Thomson at 10 miles. A county line runs close by, so local bylaws can differ within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Arringtons Pond

  Depth went unrecorded, which puts the reading back on you. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Fish reported in the area, according to open records, include bluegill, christmas darter and dollar sunfish. It is a record of sightings and surveys, so use it as a guide. Arringtons Pond repays a walk before the first cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 44°F in January to roughly 80°F in July. Fish stay active all year, but they move with the heat. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. Autumn steadies things again once the heat lets go. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Arringtons Pond.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. There is no recorded infrastructure here; expect to find your own way in. Catfish want bait on the bottom: cut bait or worms, a simple running rig, and patience after dark. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. The nearest alternative is Bowdens Pond Number Two, 1.1 miles out. Confirm before you fish Arringtons Pond.