Striped Bass

Striped bass fishing in the vicinity of Resaca, Georgia, means heading to the Coosawattee River and, more importantly, Carters Lake. Carters Lake is known for its population of landlocked stripers, offering a unique freshwater striper experience. The spring spawning run is a popular time, as the stripers migrate up the river to spawn, concentrating in the tailwaters below Carters Dam. Trolling live bait, casting swimbaits, or using topwater lures can be effective. Another productive time is during the fall when the stripers are actively feeding to fatten up for the winter. A local tip is to target points and humps in the main lake with downriggers or lead core line. Check the Georgia DNR fishing reports for up-to-date information on striper activity and stocking efforts. The stripers in Carters Lake can reach impressive sizes, with fish over 20 pounds being relatively common, and larger specimens possible.