Fishing at Lake Sheri, Lowndes County, Georgia

• Overview

  Lake Sheri sits within Lowndes County in Georgia. The ground around here is warm green lowland. Small at around 10 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. Most waters listed here for Lowndes County are larger. The closest town, Remerton, is 1.2 miles distant. The big place round here is Tallahassee, 63 miles distant. The county line runs close by, so rules can change within a short drive.

• Where to Fish on Lake Sheri

  Depth is unmeasured here, so let the shoreline guide you. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Inflow corners move water, and moving water gathers fish. Biodiversity records within roughly six miles include bluegill, spotted sunfish and star drum. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish on the day. The near bank of Lake Sheri is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The year swings from about 51°F in January to roughly 81°F in July. Heat, not cold, shapes the year here. 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 Lake Sheri. A rising level after rain switches things on for a day or two.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. Parking within half a mile means no long carry with tackle. Facilities run to toilets half a mile from the water. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Where tickets apply, they are sold in the nearest town rather than on the bank. Scruggs Lake at 1.6 miles is the sensible second choice. Nothing on Lake Sheri should be assumed from this page alone.