Chestatee River

Running through Georgia, United States, Chestatee River is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Chestatee River hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

34.4787, -83.9951 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Rainbow troutSpotted bassStriped bassLargemouth bassShoal bassChannel catfish

Fishing Techniques

• For Rainbow trout

  Vary your retrieve speed when using spinners to find what triggers a strike; sometimes a slow, steady retrieve works best, while other times a faster, erratic retrieve is more effective.

• For Spotted bass

  When fishing for spotted bass in reservoirs, focus on points, humps, and channel bends where they often congregate to ambush prey.

• For Striped bass

  Match the hatch! Pay attention to what the stripers are feeding on and select lures or baits that mimic the size and color of the local forage.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Chestatee River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Chestatee River, make sure your licence covers Georgia, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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