Noland Lake, Georgia: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  The Douglas County end of Georgia holds Noland Lake. It stands 1,132 feet above sea level. Small at around 6 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. It sits higher than most water we list in Georgia. Villa Rica sits 4.2 miles from here and is the nearest stop. South Fulton is the closest city, 13 miles away. The boundary is close enough to be worth checking before you fish.

• Where to Fish on Noland Lake

  No figure exists for depth, so let the water show you. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Held water runs deepest at the wall and shallows back to the inflow. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists bluegill, eastern blackbanded darter, shoal bass and snail bullhead. Reported species tell you what lives around here, nothing more. At Noland Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The seasonal spread runs 41°F to 78°F. Fish stay active all year, but they move with the heat. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. The hot months push the fishing to dawn and dusk. On Noland Lake that shapes the whole year. Early and late in the day beat the middle for most of the year.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public sources are silent on who controls the bank. The closest car park is half a mile away, so pack accordingly. There is a mapped landing stage half a mile away. Toilets are half a mile away, which matters on a long session. State or provincial rules still apply whatever the bank status. Access can change hands, so last year's answer may not hold. Barnett Lake sits 1.3 miles off and takes the overflow. For Noland Lake, the notice at the access point is the final word.