Fishing at Pilcher Lake, Jefferson County, Georgia

• Overview

  Pilcher Lake is a Jefferson County water, Georgia side. The setting is dry hill on every side. About 23 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. 3 miles away sits Wrens, the nearest town. Athens is the closest city, 80 miles away. Near neighbours include: James Pond at 4.3 miles, Adams Fish Pond after 5 miles, Adams Lake at 5.3 miles, Keys Pond after 6.3 miles and Prescott Pond at 8 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Pilcher Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Held water runs deepest at the wall and shallows back to the inflow. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists margined madtom, blackbanded darter and speckled madtom. Use it to know what is possible here, not what is certain. At Pilcher Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  In an average year July sits at 81°F and January at 45°F. Winter is a mild inconvenience here, nothing more. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. April and May are the settled weeks, with October close behind. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Pilcher Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. Access points are not mapped for this water, which suits people who like quiet. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. State or provincial rules still apply whatever the bank status. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Should this one be busy, James Pond is 4.3 miles off. Confirm access to Pilcher Lake locally before you travel.