Crappie

If you're looking to fill your cooler with crappie, Maysville, Georgia, offers some excellent freshwater opportunities. The Broad River, with its slower-moving sections and abundant cover, is a local hotspot. Also, nearby smaller reservoirs like Lake Russell provide good crappie fishing. Spring is prime time, as the crappie move into the shallows to spawn. Look for them around submerged timber, brush piles, and docks. Early morning and late afternoon are particularly productive. For a practical tip, try using small jigs or minnows under a bobber, adjusting the depth until you find where the fish are holding. Remember that water clarity in the Broad River can fluctuate depending on rainfall, so check local conditions before you head out. Also, be aware of private property along the riverbanks and respect posted signage. The crappie in this area tend to run a decent size, so you have a good chance of landing some keepers.