Glenn Lake Fishing near Chatsworth, Georgia

• Overview

  Glenn Lake falls in Murray County, part of Georgia. The surface lies 1,027 feet up. About 4 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. It is a small entry by Murray County standards. Supplies mean a trip to Chatsworth, 2.4 miles off. The nearest city of size is East Chattanooga, 37 miles away. It sits well inside its county, with no border complications.

• Where to Fish on Glenn Lake

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. Murray County records list spotted bass, bluegill and gizzard shad among the fish reported. It is the county picture; the agency list is water-specific. At Glenn Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 76°F, the coldest about 38°F. Winter is the comfortable season here rather than the difficult one. The cooler months are the comfortable ones to be out. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Glenn Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Reed Lake, 1.2 miles away, makes the obvious fallback. Treat Glenn Lake as unsettled until someone local tells you otherwise.