Ellijay, GA Fishing Trip — December

Your Ellijay, GA Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 53°F / Low 35°F3.2" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in December

5 species
Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Flathead CatfishLow
Flathead Catfish
Various

December Weather in Ellijay

53°F
Avg High
35°F
Avg Low
3.2"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

2 in Ellijay + 39 Nearby

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$1,030
Estimated total for 2 people
$515
per person
Charter $600
Tip $120
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

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

What to Bring

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

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • 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)

For freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Georgia Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$15
Non-Resident$50
Requirements

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

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Species Regulations

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers should consult specific water body regulations for any local restrictions.

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.

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.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers should consult specific water body regulations for any local restrictions.

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