Hartwell, GA Fishing Trip — March

Your Hartwell, GA Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip

High 67°F / Low 46°F3.1" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in March

5 species

Largemouth Bass

Excellent

Largemouth Bass

Spinning · Baitcasting

Blue Catfish

Excellent

Blue Catfish

Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

Flathead Catfish

Good

Flathead Catfish

Various

Carp

Good

Carp

Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing

Striped Bass

Good

Striped Bass

Trolling · Casting

March Weather in Hartwell

67°F

Avg High

46°F

Avg Low

3.1"

Rainfall

8

Rainy Days

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

7 Guides Near Hartwell

No guides are based in Hartwell, but these guides operate nearby.

The Modern Fly Fishers on the Soque

Clarkesville, Georgia

Big T Fly Fishing

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Clarkesville, Georgia

Hatch Camp and Art Farm

4.8(53)Top Rated

Clayton, Georgia

Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service

Fishing on Lake Russell, Hartwell, and Clarks Hill guided by Jerry Kotal's Fishing Guide Service

Elberton, Georgia

Wilson's Guide Service

4.9(12)Top Rated

Top Fishing Charters in Lake Hartwell and Lake Clarkhill, Georgia

Elberton, Georgia

Jody’S Guide Service

Elberton, Georgia

Matt Dorsey Fly Fishing

Demorest, Georgia

Experience the thrill of fishing in North Georgia with expert guide Matt Dorsey! Get ready to catch your trophy-sized trout and learn the techniques!

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Demorest, Georgia

$910

Estimated total for 2 people

$455

per person

Charter $500

Tip $100

Licenses $60

Food $100

Lodging $150

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

What's Biting By Month

Peak

1 / 2

Flathead Catfish

Largemouth Bass

Carp

Blue Catfish

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What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

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 inshore / fly fishing / freshwater Fishing

Waders (if not provided)
Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
Bug spray
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket

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

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.

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.

Flathead Catfish

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:No limit

Size Limit:No size limit

Anglers are encouraged to report tagged catfish to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.

Carp

Season:Year-round

Bag Limit:No limit

Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may be taken by bow and arrow.