Neal Pond near East Newnan: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Neal Pond falls in Coweta County, part of Georgia. It lies 925 feet above sea level. At 5 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. For supplies, East Newnan is 3 miles out. Newnan lies 5.4 miles off, Grantville another 7.7 miles. Other water nearby: Whites Pond at 0.7 miles, Reese Lake sits 2 miles out, Lake Raymond at 2 miles, Stevens Lake sits 2 miles out and East Newnan Lake at 2.5 miles. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near.

• Where to Fish on Neal Pond

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Records collected within a few miles name bluegill, gulf darter, redbreast sunfish, speckled madtom and blacktail shiner. It reflects what has been logged, which depends on who was looking. Neal Pond gives up more to patience than to distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July runs about 78°F on average, January about 43°F. Fish stay active all year, but they move with the heat. Late winter and spring fish steadiest here. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Time your trip to Neal Pond by conditions rather than dates. A cold snap sets things back for several days.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. Bluegill and other panfish take small jigs or worms under a float near any cover. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. Whites Pond at 0.7 miles is the sensible second choice. For Neal Pond, the notice at the access point is the final word.