McCledon Lake Fishing Guide, Terrell County, Georgia

• Overview

  This water sits in Terrell County, Georgia. It stands 456 feet above sea level. At roughly 12 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Nearest place of any size is Dawson, 6.4 miles away. The nearest city of size is Columbus, 52 miles away. Other water within reach: Wallers Pond lies 3.2 miles on, 3.4 miles away is Smith Lake, McGills Pond lies 3.5 miles on, 3.7 miles away is Ballingtine Lake and Belmar Lake lies 4.8 miles on. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on McCledon Lake

  There is no recorded depth, so work from what you can see. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. At McCledon Lake the first feature you find is worth twenty minutes. A drop in wind often turns the surface quiet and the fishing slow.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate records put July near 81°F and January near 47°F. Heat sets the pattern from late spring onward. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. Autumn steadies things again once the heat lets go. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to McCledon Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. Nothing built is recorded close to the bank here. Gates get locked out of season on water like this. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. If the gate is shut, Wallers Pond at 3.2 miles is the nearest alternative. Confirm before you fish McCledon Lake.