Fishing at Carter Lake, Turner County, Georgia

• Overview

  Carter Lake is a Turner County water, Georgia side. The setting is dry hill on every side. At 20 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. It is among the larger waters listed here for Turner County. Head to Ashburn, 8.4 miles away, for anything you forgot. It is 98 miles to Tallahassee, the nearest city. The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Carter Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Fish Carter Lake to its features, not to its size. Wind decides which bank is worth your time on the day.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 81°F, the coldest about 48°F. Fishing runs all year, with summer the awkward season. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. It holds true on Carter Lake more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Ownership and access are not documented in what we hold. Formal access is not mapped, so the last stretch is likely on foot. A phone call first saves an afternoon. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. Carter Lake sits 0.6 miles off and takes the overflow. Nothing on Carter Lake should be assumed from this page alone.