Fishing near Atlanta, GA
Lakes Lanier and Allatoona.
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Atlanta. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee River Trout below Buford Dam. | GA | 4 mi | river |
| Lake Allatoona | GA | 30 mi | lake |
| Lake Lanier Spotted and largemouth bass. | GA | 38 mi | lake |
| Lake Guntersville Top largemouth bass lake. | AL | 117 mi | lake |
| Fontana Lake Smallmouth. | NC | 129 mi | lake |
| Douglas Lake | TN | 157 mi | lake |
| Norris Lake Striped and smallmouth bass. | TN | 171 mi | lake |
| Wheeler Lake Tennessee River impoundment; bass & crappie. | AL | 176 mi | lake |
GA license & regulations
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.