Lake Lissie Fishing near Eastman, Georgia

• Overview

  Look for Lake Lissie in the Dodge County part of Georgia. Beyond the shoreline you have open plain. About 16 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. Some 8.3 miles away sits Eastman, the nearest settlement. It is 99 miles to Columbus, the nearest city. The county line runs close by, so rules can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Lake Lissie

  Our records hold no depth for this water. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. On Lake Lissie that means starting tight and working out. A short cast to the right spot beats a long one to the wrong one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages here run 81°F at the top of summer and 47°F at the bottom of winter. The awkward stretch is midsummer, not midwinter. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. Time your trip to Lake Lissie by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. Local rules can differ across the county line, so check where you stand. Some water is controlled locally without a sign saying so. Bennett Pond at 2.3 miles is the sensible second choice. Confirm access to Lake Lissie locally before you travel.