Newberry Lake, Georgia: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Newberry Lake lies within the bounds of Jones County, Georgia. It lies 499 feet above sea level. Small at around 5 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. Our Jones County list holds plenty of bigger water. The town to know is Gray, 3.3 miles out. The nearest city of size is Athens, 69 miles away. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Newberry Lake

  Nothing in our records gives a depth for this one. Points where the flooded channel swings in are the reliable ones. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. Nearby survey and observation records mention redbreast sunfish, striped jumprock, blackbanded darter and bluegill. It is a record of sightings and surveys, so use it as a guide. At Newberry Lake light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Average temperature peaks around 80°F in July and bottoms out near 45°F in January. No part of the year shuts this water. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Newberry Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. No slipway, car park or made path shows up nearby in mapping, so treat access as rough. Bass water: a Texas-rigged worm near cover, a spinnerbait when you need to cover ground. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Where the way in crosses private ground, ask first. For a change of water, Brasswells Lake is 0.6 miles distant. Treat Newberry Lake as unsettled until someone local tells you otherwise.