Fishing at Stapleton Lake, Telfair County, Georgia

• Overview

  Stapleton Lake sits within Telfair County in Georgia. The bank is 187 feet above sea level. The water measures roughly 15 acres, so nothing here is far from anything else. Ground here is low by Georgia standards. Lumber City sits 7.5 miles from the bank. Then Hazlehurst, 12 miles, and McRae, 13 miles. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Stapleton Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Look for where the old bank line still shows under the surface. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Nearby survey and observation records mention redear sunfish. The records cover the area rather than this water alone. Stapleton Lake fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 49°F and July at about 81°F, the water has a wide range to work through. The water stays warm and open throughout. Spring and autumn carry the fishing; summer squeezes it into the edges of the day. June to September is hot work, so the first and last hours are what count. Stapleton Lake runs to its own calendar within the local pattern.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. Mapping shows no built access close by; expect to walk in from wherever you can leave the car. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Check locally before you travel, because a wasted drive is a long one. Night access is frequently treated as a separate matter. The nearest alternative is Lower Stapleton Lake, 0.2 miles out. Check the current arrangement for Stapleton Lake.