Cheek Lake near Thomasville: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Thomas County, Georgia, is where Cheek Lake sits. It sits at 187 feet above sea level. At roughly 11 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. By elevation it sits in the lower part of our Georgia listings. Start from Thomasville, 3.4 miles down the road. For a city, Tallahassee is 31 miles off. Local rules may differ a few miles either side of here.

• Where to Fish on Cheek Lake

  We hold no depth figure for this one. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists bluegill and longear sunfish. That is what has been logged nearby, not a stocking list, so check local rules before you plan around any one species. Fish Cheek Lake to its features, not to its size.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Temperature averages peak at 81°F in July and bottom out at 50°F in January. Year-round warmth means year-round fishing, with early starts in summer. Shade and hour of day matter more than month. Spring and autumn carry the year; summer squeezes it into the ends of the day. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Cheek Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  No public source sets out the position on this bank. Nothing built is recorded close to the bank here. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. Lake Constance sits 1.4 miles off and takes the overflow. Signs at Cheek Lake carry more weight than any list.