Discover the unparalleled fishing experience of Lake Blue Ridge in Georgia's breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. This high-elevation reservoir is celebrated for its trophy smallmouth bass, offering some of the most exciting pound-for-pound fights in the Southeast. Anglers consistently find aggressive smallmouth alongside spotted, largemouth, and white bass throughout the year, with walleye and catfish adding to the lake's diverse fishery.
Complementing the lake's superb bass fishing is the legendary Toccoa Tailwater, a premier trout river flowing near Blue Ridge. This cold-water fishery teems with rainbow, brown, and brook trout ranging 10-14 inches, providing exceptional fly-fishing opportunities from spring through fall. The river's consistent flows and accessible stretches make it ideal for both wading and float trips.
Professional fishing charters unlock the best of both environments, offering guided excursions tailored to target specific species. Knowledgeable local captains provide expertise on seasonal patterns, prime locations like the lake's northern coves or the Toccoa's productive runs, and specialized techniques from jerkbaits for bass to dry flies for trout. With panoramic mountain scenery and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities, every fishing trip here blends thrilling angling with unforgettable natural beauty.