Carter Lake, Georgia: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Carter Lake is listed under Paulding County, Georgia. It lies 1,093 feet above sea level. At 6 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. Most waters listed here for Paulding County are larger. Dallas sits 2.8 miles from here and is the nearest stop. Beyond it, Hiram at 3.1 miles and Powder Springs at 7.3 miles. A county boundary sits nearby, which can matter for local access rules.

• Where to Fish on Carter Lake

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. Held water runs deepest at the wall and shallows back to the inflow. Nearby survey and observation records mention blackbanded darter, common carp, green sunfish, redbreast sunfish and redeye bass. Local agencies keep the authoritative list for each water. On Carter Lake a short move beats a long cast.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 41°F in January to roughly 78°F in July. Heat sets the pattern from late spring onward. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Carter Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. The nearest car park is half a mile from the water. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Check whether a boat is allowed before you tow one. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. For a change of water, Dodd Lake is 1.6 miles distant. Nothing on Carter Lake should be assumed from this page alone.