Lake Blackshear: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Georgia, US

Place
Public
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
47 ft.

Lake Blackshear is a 8,500-acre man-made reservoir, created when a dam on the Flint River was constructed. The lake is located west of Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park, and has a 95-mile long shoreline, accessible for fishing. It also has great opportunities for boat, canoe and kayak fishing.

Lake Blackshear is a popular fishing destination in Georgia, US, United States.

Before you fish at Lake Blackshear, make sure you’re familiar with the US fishing regulations. Local regulations determine the possession limits, size limits, and other rules you must follow.

You can also explore a fishing map of the Lake Blackshear area, showing the best local spots to fish in US, United States.

The weather and fishing forecast will help you decide the best times to go fishing based on local conditions like tides, temperatures, and fish behavior.

While fishing in Georgia, including at Lake Blackshear, you can catch Black crappie, Blue catfish, Bluegill, Brook trout, Brown trout and many other common local fish species.

To fish legally and responsibly, always check the regulations for US, United States before your trip.

In addition, be sure to carry a valid US fishing license during your fishing trip.

Lake Blackshear fishing map

Check out the Lake Blackshear fishing map near Georgia, GA, United States, to locate key fishing areas and prime fishing spots around 31°52'2.9"N 83°55'55.8"W.

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Lake Blackshear weather conditions

Check the Lake Blackshear weather forecast to stay informed about wind speed, temperature changes, humidity percentage, and other key conditions.

Weather updates help you stay prepared for changing conditions and improve your fishing experience in Georgia, GA, United States.

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Weather forecast, as of 00:13

13°C

Light rain overnight

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21°/10°

Wind

5 m/s

Humidity

60 %

Pressure

1029 hPa

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Fish species to catch in the Lake Blackshear, Georgia, United States (9)

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Lake Blackshear

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Try using live shad and white jigs to catch striped bass at Lake Blackshear.
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Minnows and jigs work well for crappie in March and April.
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To catch crappie target deep water, brush piles and bridge abutments.
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Try using different baits at different times of the day here. For example, topwater baits or spinnerbaits are productive in early morning. Texas, Carolina-rigged, and trick worms and crankbaits - later during the day.
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Crickets work well for bluegill and red wigglers are the best for redear sunfish, but both baits work well for either fish.