Fishing Lake Frank in Carroll County, Georgia

• Overview

  Lake Frank sits in Carroll County, out in Georgia. The ground around here is oak and grass. Surface area runs to about 8 acres — small enough to read in one session. Most waters listed here for Carroll County are larger. For a base, Bowdon sits 1.6 miles out. The big place round here is South Fulton, 34 miles distant. The line between counties passes nearby, which can change who manages the water.

• Where to Fish on Lake Frank

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Held water runs deepest at the wall and shallows back to the inflow. Nearby survey and observation records mention redbreast sunfish, tallapoosa darter, black madtom and bluegill. The list reflects reported sightings and surveys rather than what is stocked. Lake Frank fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 41°F and July at about 78°F, the water has a wide range to work through. Winter here means light layers, not lost months. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Anyone fishing Lake Frank regularly works to that calendar.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. The closest car park is half a mile away, so pack accordingly. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Where the road in crosses private land, ask first. Close seasons apply to some species and not others. If the gate is shut, Wessinger Lake at 0.2 miles is the nearest alternative. Check the position on Lake Frank before loading the car.