White Bass

If you're after white bass in Blairsville, Lake Nottely is your primary destination. These schooling fish provide exciting action, especially during their spring spawning runs. The best time to target them is from late February through April as they migrate up the lake's tributaries. Focus your efforts near the mouths of creeks and rivers that feed into Nottely; areas like Jacks Creek and the upper reaches of the Nottely River arm are particularly productive. Small crankbaits, spinners, and inline spinners are effective lures. Look for surface activity or use your fish finder to locate schools. White bass fishing can be fast and furious when you find them. The fish in Nottely tend to be relatively uniform in size, averaging around a pound or two, but their aggressive strikes and schooling behavior make for a fun and rewarding experience.