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Dawsonville, GA Fishing Trip — April

Your Dawsonville, GA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 52°F6.6" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

8 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

April Weather in Dawsonville

73°F
Avg High
52°F
Avg Low
6.6"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 in Dawsonville + 47 Nearby

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Jeff Blair Striper Guides - Jeff Blair
Verified
From $600
Jeff Blair

Jeff Blair Striper Guides

5(210)Top Rated

Full time guide service on Lake Lanier.

freshwaterStriped BassSpotted Bass
Gainesville, Georgia
Up to 5
The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque - The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque
Claimed
The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque

The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque

5(20)Top Rated
Clarkesville, Georgia
Noontootla Creek Farms - Noontootla Creek Farms
Noontootla Creek Farms

Noontootla Creek Farms

4.9(176)Top Rated

Located in the beautiful North GA Mountains in Blue Ridge, GA. We offer Guided Fly Fishing, Sporting Clays, Hunting, and Lodging.

Bluefish
Blue Ridge, Georgia
Alpharetta Outfitters - Alpharetta Outfitters
Alpharetta Outfitters

Alpharetta Outfitters

4.9(170)Top Rated

Our expert staff help beginners and seasoned find the best fly fishing gear & supplies. Join our how-to clinics for fly casting or fly tying about trout bass salt online and at our store.

Largemouth BassSpeckled Trout
Alpharetta, Georgia
Cohutta Fishing Company - Cohutta Fishing Company
Cohutta Fishing Company

Cohutta Fishing Company

4.9(168)Top Rated

Fly fishing outfitter for Cartersville, Blue Ridge and all of North Georgia. Serving all of your fly fishing needs. Charter your trip today.

Bluefish
Blue Ridge, Georgia
Bowman Fly Fishing - Bowman Fly Fishing
Bowman Fly Fishing

Bowman Fly Fishing

4.9(159)Top Rated

Give us a call or send us an email to learn more about the trips that we offer. We can accomodate most people, but if you have special requests please contact us ahead of time.

Dahlonega, Georgia
Safe Harbor Aqualand - Safe Harbor Aqualand
Safe Harbor Aqualand

Safe Harbor Aqualand

4.5(241)Top Rated
Flowery Branch, Georgia
Orion Fishing Charters - Orion Fishing Charters
Orion Fishing Charters

Orion Fishing Charters

5(125)Top Rated

Your Atlanta fishing guides | Allatoona Lake, the Etowah and Coosa Rivers, and more

Cartersville, Georgia
BigFishHeads Guide Service - BigFishHeads Guide Service
BigFishHeads Guide Service

BigFishHeads Guide Service

5(113)Top Rated
Buckhead, Georgia
Catching Not Fishing Guide Service - Catching Not Fishing Guide Service
Catching Not Fishing Guide Service

Catching Not Fishing Guide Service

5(85)Top Rated
Dawsonville, Georgia
GBs Lake - GBs Lake
GBs Lake

GBs Lake

4.3(189)
Smyrna, Georgia
Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide - Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide
Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide

Big Bite Charters - Lake Lanier Fishing Guide

5(71)Top Rated
Suwanee, Georgia
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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else to bring:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Bug spray
Rain gear
$1,030
Estimated total for 2 people
$515
per person
Charter $600
Tip $120
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
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Dawsonville from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Dawsonville

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Dawsonville

Activities for your non-fishing days

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Wildlife & Nature Tours
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What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

White Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Georgia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Includes freshwater fishing. Trout stamp additional $5 if needed.

Buy License Online — Georgia

Species Regulations

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum

Check local water body regulations as some areas may have specific limits, especially on the Savannah River and its tributaries.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:30 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

On Lake Blackshear, the bag limit is 15 crappie per day.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some public fishing areas and reservoirs may have specific regulations; check local rules.

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