Easterlin Lake in Jefferson County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Easterlin Lake falls in Jefferson County, part of Georgia. Elevation runs to 230 feet. Small at around 13 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. It is low-lying compared with other Georgia water we list. 2.1 miles away sits Wadley, the nearest town. After that come Louisville at 11 miles and Davisboro at 16 miles. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near.

• Where to Fish on Easterlin Lake

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Species logged nearby in open biodiversity records include golden shiner and scaly sand darter. The list reflects reported sightings and surveys rather than what is stocked. The shape of Easterlin Lake rewards a slow walk along one bank.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 81°F; the cold one sits at 46°F. Long warm spells define the calendar more than any cold. 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. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Easterlin Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. There is no recorded infrastructure here; expect to find your own way in. A light spinning outfit with a small box of lures and some bait covers most of what swims here. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Night access is frequently treated as a separate matter. Evans Lake at 2 miles is the sensible second choice. Ask locally about Easterlin Lake if anything is unclear.