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| Boilerpipe Text | If you plan to fish in Georgia, start with the
2025-2026 Hunting & Fishing Regulations
to review rules, seasons, limits and other information.
Before You Go
Buy a License
Georgia law requires anglers age 16 and older to have a current Georgia fishing license in their possession while fishing in fresh or salt water in Georgia.
Licenses may be purchased online, in person at participating locations, or by phone. Your purchase supports the conservation of Georgia's aquatic resources.
​
Georgia Fishing Blog: Weekly Fresh Reports
Each week, the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division blog brings tips and news straight from our fisheries staff.
Alerts & Closures
Check for boat ramp and PFA closures before you head out on the water.
Trout Fishing
Trout fishing regulations, locations, stocking information and more.
Walleye Fishing
Information about the walleye stocking program, guides for fishing walleye and more.
Places to Fish
Fishing Forecasts for Georgia's Lakes & Rivers
Revised each year by WRD fisheries biologists and technicians, these comprehensive forecasts (for 31 lakes and 18 rivers) are some of the best fishing info available in Georgia. Information includes fish species, best time of year to fish, tackle suggestions and more.
Interactive Map of Fishing Areas
Use this interactive map to find fishing locations near you.
Public Fishing Areas
Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) are managed for fishing, but also offer multiple other amenities like nature trails, picnic areas and more. At PFAs, you can fish from the bank or a boat, picnic, hike, watch wildlife and enjoy the outdoors. Many PFAs even have special kids fishing areas for young anglers.
Gateway to Fishing
This program is dedicated to enhancing fishing in easily accessible and close-to-home public waters near metro Atlanta and educating the public about "why, where, and how to Go Fish Georgia!"
Â
Wildlife Management Areas
Unless otherwise posted, fishing is allowed on Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) according to statewide regulations.
Go Fish Education Center
The Go Fish Education Center is operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Davison and is core to the Go Fish Georgia Initiative. The Center’s facilities, programs and outreach directly support the Initiative’s mission to promote and enhance boating and fishing tourism in Georgia and to boost economic development in communities across the state. This initiative will result in quality fisheries resources statewide, including family friendly fishing and recreation access points that will increase fishing participation in Georgia.Â
State Parks
Georgia's State Parks are great places to fish for seasoned anglers or beginners alike. Many parks loan out fishing rods and tackle boxes for those new to the sport.
Fishing Tackle Loaner Program
This cooperative program between Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites and Georgia WRD helps equip Park locations with fishing poles and stocked tackle boxes that visitors can borrow for free!
Angler Recognition Programs
Georgia Bass Slam
This Program rewards anglers that catch at least 5 of the 10 eligible black bass species in a calendar year.
Angler Award Program
This program rewards anglers that catch a fish that meets or beats a specific weight or length for the specific species. Multiple award categories include adult, youth, trophy bass and PFA catches.
State Record Freshwater Fish
Catching a state record fish is an angler's dream! Check out current state records and find out what to do if you think you have caught a record fish.
Trout Slam
This program rewards anglers that catch all three species of trout that live in Georgia: Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout.
Certified Scales Listing
Whether applying for an angler award (by weight) or a state record—fish must be weighed on a scale that has been certified accurate to the nearest ounce, or lesser weight, by the GA Department of Agriculture within the last year.
Fishing With Kids
Fish-n-Learn Programs
Children, ages 8–15, and their supervisors are invited to a weekend of learning about fishing through our Fish-n-Learn Education Program.
Fishing with Kids
Tips for fishing with kids, suggested places to go and more.
Kid's First Fish Award
Remember your child's first fish with a fun printable certificate.
More Information
Free Fishing Days
Fish Identification
Commercial Fishing Regulations
Tournaments: Reports & Live Release Permit Application
Fisheries Management
Aquatic Nuisance Species Information
Proposed Regulations
Public Meetings/Hearings and Public Comment Opportunities
Pond Management
How Healthy is My Fish?
Printable Posters
Don't Move Fish Poster
Freshwater Fish Poster
Georgia Black Bass Poster
Wanted ANS Poster
If you are interested in a printed version of any poster, please visit your nearestÂ
Regional Fisheries office
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# Fishing in Georgia

If you plan to fish in Georgia, start with the [2025-2026 Hunting & Fishing Regulations](https://publuu.com/flip-book/1025508/2375523/page/60) to review rules, seasons, limits and other information.
***
## Before You Go
### [Buy a License](https://georgiawildlife.com/licenses-permits-passes)
**Georgia law requires anglers age 16 and older to have a current Georgia fishing license in their possession while fishing in fresh or salt water in Georgia.** Licenses may be purchased online, in person at participating locations, or by phone. Your purchase supports the conservation of Georgia's aquatic resources.
### ​[Georgia Fishing Blog: Weekly Fresh Reports](http://www.georgiawildlife.wordpress.com/category/fishing)
Each week, the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division blog brings tips and news straight from our fisheries staff.
### [Alerts & Closures](https://georgiawildlife.com/closures)
Check for boat ramp and PFA closures before you head out on the water.
### [Trout Fishing](https://georgiawildlife.com/Fishing/Trout)
Trout fishing regulations, locations, stocking information and more.
### [Walleye Fishing](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/walleye)
Information about the walleye stocking program, guides for fishing walleye and more.
***
## Places to Fish
### [Fishing Forecasts for Georgia's Lakes & Rivers](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing-forecasts)
Revised each year by WRD fisheries biologists and technicians, these comprehensive forecasts (for 31 lakes and 18 rivers) are some of the best fishing info available in Georgia. Information includes fish species, best time of year to fish, tackle suggestions and more.
### [Interactive Map of Fishing Areas](https://georgiawildlife.com/locations/fishing)
Use this interactive map to find fishing locations near you.
### [Public Fishing Areas](https://georgiawildlife.com/allpfas)
Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) are managed for fishing, but also offer multiple other amenities like nature trails, picnic areas and more. At PFAs, you can fish from the bank or a boat, picnic, hike, watch wildlife and enjoy the outdoors. Many PFAs even have special kids fishing areas for young anglers.
### [Gateway to Fishing](https://arcg.is/1XOWuH)
This program is dedicated to enhancing fishing in easily accessible and close-to-home public waters near metro Atlanta and educating the public about "why, where, and how to Go Fish Georgia!"
### [Wildlife Management Areas](https://georgiawildlife.com/allwmas)
Unless otherwise posted, fishing is allowed on Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) according to statewide regulations.
### [Go Fish Education Center](https://gofisheducationcenter.com/)
The Go Fish Education Center is operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Davison and is core to the Go Fish Georgia Initiative. The Center’s facilities, programs and outreach directly support the Initiative’s mission to promote and enhance boating and fishing tourism in Georgia and to boost economic development in communities across the state. This initiative will result in quality fisheries resources statewide, including family friendly fishing and recreation access points that will increase fishing participation in Georgia.
### [State Parks](http://gastateparks.org/ParkFishing)
Georgia's State Parks are great places to fish for seasoned anglers or beginners alike. Many parks loan out fishing rods and tackle boxes for those new to the sport.
### [Fishing Tackle Loaner Program](http://gastateparks.org/ParkFishing#fishing)
This cooperative program between Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites and Georgia WRD helps equip Park locations with fishing poles and stocked tackle boxes that visitors can borrow for free\!
***
## Angler Recognition Programs
### [Georgia Bass Slam](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/angler-resources/GeorgiaBassSlam)
This Program rewards anglers that catch at least 5 of the 10 eligible black bass species in a calendar year.
### [Angler Award Program](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/anglerawards)
This program rewards anglers that catch a fish that meets or beats a specific weight or length for the specific species. Multiple award categories include adult, youth, trophy bass and PFA catches.
### [State Record Freshwater Fish](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/recordprogram/rules)
Catching a state record fish is an angler's dream! Check out current state records and find out what to do if you think you have caught a record fish.
### [Trout Slam](https://georgiawildlife.com/trout-slam)
This program rewards anglers that catch all three species of trout that live in Georgia: Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout.
### [Certified Scales Listing](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/angler-award/GADNR_WRD_CertifiedScaleListing_Sept2025.pdf)
Whether applying for an angler award (by weight) or a state record—fish must be weighed on a scale that has been certified accurate to the nearest ounce, or lesser weight, by the GA Department of Agriculture within the last year.
***
## Fishing With Kids
### [Fish-n-Learn Programs](http://georgiawildlife.com/FishAndLearn)
Children, ages 8–15, and their supervisors are invited to a weekend of learning about fishing through our Fish-n-Learn Education Program.
### [Fishing with Kids](https://georgiawildlife.com/KidsFishing)
Tips for fishing with kids, suggested places to go and more.
### [Kid's First Fish Award](https://georgiawildlife.com/my-first)
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Remember your child's first fish with a fun printable certificate.
***
## More Information
- [Free Fishing Days](https://georgiawildlife.com/nfbw)
- [Fish Identification](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/identification)
- [Commercial Fishing Regulations](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/regulations/2018_CommercialFishingGuide.pdf)
- [Tournaments: Reports & Live Release Permit Application](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/tournaments)
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***
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If you plan to fish in Georgia, start with the [2025-2026 Hunting & Fishing Regulations](https://publuu.com/flip-book/1025508/2375523/page/60) to review rules, seasons, limits and other information.
***
## Before You Go
### [Buy a License](https://georgiawildlife.com/licenses-permits-passes)
**Georgia law requires anglers age 16 and older to have a current Georgia fishing license in their possession while fishing in fresh or salt water in Georgia.** Licenses may be purchased online, in person at participating locations, or by phone. Your purchase supports the conservation of Georgia's aquatic resources.
### ​[Georgia Fishing Blog: Weekly Fresh Reports](http://www.georgiawildlife.wordpress.com/category/fishing)
Each week, the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division blog brings tips and news straight from our fisheries staff.
### [Alerts & Closures](https://georgiawildlife.com/closures)
Check for boat ramp and PFA closures before you head out on the water.
### [Trout Fishing](https://georgiawildlife.com/Fishing/Trout)
Trout fishing regulations, locations, stocking information and more.
### [Walleye Fishing](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/walleye)
Information about the walleye stocking program, guides for fishing walleye and more.
***
## Places to Fish
### [Fishing Forecasts for Georgia's Lakes & Rivers](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing-forecasts)
Revised each year by WRD fisheries biologists and technicians, these comprehensive forecasts (for 31 lakes and 18 rivers) are some of the best fishing info available in Georgia. Information includes fish species, best time of year to fish, tackle suggestions and more.
### [Interactive Map of Fishing Areas](https://georgiawildlife.com/locations/fishing)
Use this interactive map to find fishing locations near you.
### [Public Fishing Areas](https://georgiawildlife.com/allpfas)
Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) are managed for fishing, but also offer multiple other amenities like nature trails, picnic areas and more. At PFAs, you can fish from the bank or a boat, picnic, hike, watch wildlife and enjoy the outdoors. Many PFAs even have special kids fishing areas for young anglers.
### [Gateway to Fishing](https://arcg.is/1XOWuH)
This program is dedicated to enhancing fishing in easily accessible and close-to-home public waters near metro Atlanta and educating the public about "why, where, and how to Go Fish Georgia!"
### [Wildlife Management Areas](https://georgiawildlife.com/allwmas)
Unless otherwise posted, fishing is allowed on Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) according to statewide regulations.
### [Go Fish Education Center](https://gofisheducationcenter.com/)
The Go Fish Education Center is operated by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Davison and is core to the Go Fish Georgia Initiative. The Center’s facilities, programs and outreach directly support the Initiative’s mission to promote and enhance boating and fishing tourism in Georgia and to boost economic development in communities across the state. This initiative will result in quality fisheries resources statewide, including family friendly fishing and recreation access points that will increase fishing participation in Georgia.
### [State Parks](http://gastateparks.org/ParkFishing)
Georgia's State Parks are great places to fish for seasoned anglers or beginners alike. Many parks loan out fishing rods and tackle boxes for those new to the sport.
### [Fishing Tackle Loaner Program](http://gastateparks.org/ParkFishing#fishing)
This cooperative program between Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites and Georgia WRD helps equip Park locations with fishing poles and stocked tackle boxes that visitors can borrow for free\!
***
## Angler Recognition Programs
### [Georgia Bass Slam](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/angler-resources/GeorgiaBassSlam)
This Program rewards anglers that catch at least 5 of the 10 eligible black bass species in a calendar year.
### [Angler Award Program](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/anglerawards)
This program rewards anglers that catch a fish that meets or beats a specific weight or length for the specific species. Multiple award categories include adult, youth, trophy bass and PFA catches.
### [State Record Freshwater Fish](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/recordprogram/rules)
Catching a state record fish is an angler's dream! Check out current state records and find out what to do if you think you have caught a record fish.
### [Trout Slam](https://georgiawildlife.com/trout-slam)
This program rewards anglers that catch all three species of trout that live in Georgia: Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout.
### [Certified Scales Listing](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/angler-award/GADNR_WRD_CertifiedScaleListing_Sept2025.pdf)
Whether applying for an angler award (by weight) or a state record—fish must be weighed on a scale that has been certified accurate to the nearest ounce, or lesser weight, by the GA Department of Agriculture within the last year.
***
## Fishing With Kids
### [Fish-n-Learn Programs](http://georgiawildlife.com/FishAndLearn)
Children, ages 8–15, and their supervisors are invited to a weekend of learning about fishing through our Fish-n-Learn Education Program.
### [Fishing with Kids](https://georgiawildlife.com/KidsFishing)
Tips for fishing with kids, suggested places to go and more.
### [Kid's First Fish Award](https://georgiawildlife.com/my-first)
[](https://georgiawildlife.com/my-first)
Remember your child's first fish with a fun printable certificate.
***
## More Information
- [Free Fishing Days](https://georgiawildlife.com/nfbw)
- [Fish Identification](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/identification)
- [Commercial Fishing Regulations](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/regulations/2018_CommercialFishingGuide.pdf)
- [Tournaments: Reports & Live Release Permit Application](https://georgiawildlife.com/fishing/tournaments)
- [Fisheries Management](https://georgiawildlife.com/about/what-we-do#fisheries-management)
- [Aquatic Nuisance Species Information](https://georgiawildlife.com/ans)
- [Proposed Regulations](https://georgiawildlife.com/regulations/proposed)
- [Public Meetings/Hearings and Public Comment Opportunities](https://georgiawildlife.com/regulations/meetings)
- [Pond Management](https://georgiawildlife.com/pond-management)
- [How Healthy is My Fish?](https://georgiawildlife.com/how-healthy-my-fish)
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## Printable Posters
- [Don't Move Fish Poster](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/Don't%20Move%20Fish%20Poster.pdf)
- [Freshwater Fish Poster](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/Freshwater%20Fish%20Poster.pdf)
- [Georgia Black Bass Poster](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/Georgia%20Black%20Bass_Poster.pdf)
- [Wanted ANS Poster](https://georgiawildlife.com/sites/default/files/wrd/pdf/Wanted%20ANS%20Poster.pdf)
If you are interested in a printed version of any poster, please visit your nearest [Regional Fisheries office](https://georgiawildlife.com/about/contact#fish). |
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