Things to do on Lake Lanier Fishing.

Without the proper knowledge or the help of an expert fishing guide, Lake Lanier can be one of the most difficult lakes to fish in all of the Southeast. The upper end is much more shallow and can be greatly affected by any changes in the weather or lake levels. Also, the lower lake water stratifies, both thermally and chemically during the warmer months, which limits the range of certain fish.http://www.fishinglanier.com

Golfing at Lake Lanier

• Legacy on Lanier Golf Club at Lake Lanier Islands
• Pineisle at Lake Lanier Islands
• Lanier Golf in Cumming on the south end of the lake
• Chestatee Golf Club in Dawsonville on the west side of the lake
• Chattahoochee Golf Club in Gainesville
• Chicopee Woods, also in Gainesville

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Things to do on Lake Lanier. Hunting

Hunting on Lake Lanier.

Georgia state hunting regulations permits waterfowl hunting on the lake. However, no other hunting is allowed on Lake Sidney Lanier, because of its limited public land surrounding the lake, and the area's intensive residential development.

If you are planning a big event at the lake, Lake Lanier Islands Park has a group picnic shelter facility, able to accommodate groups up to 3,000 people, offering tables, grills, lights and electric outlets. Other camping areas available at Shady Grove Park and Shoal Creek Park support a shelter to seat up to 60 persons.

There are also available the following commercial campgrounds and picnic facilities close to Lake Lanier and Atlanta's metro area:

Atlanta South RV Resort in McDonough;

Brookwood RV Resort Park in Marietta;

Fort Yargo State Park in Winder;

Holiday Harbor in Acworth;

Jones RV Park in Norcross;

Pine Lake Campground in Bishop;

River Forks Park and Campground in Gainesville;

Stone Mountain Heights RV & MH Park in Stone Mountain;

Stone Mountain Park in Stone Mountain;

Sweetwater Creek State Park in Lithia Springs;

Things to do on Lake Lanier. Fishing

Fishing on Lake Lanier.

Lake Lanier is well known for the many species of fish thriving in its waters. Fishing below Buford Dam is popular and permitted all year round, however, anglers must use extreme caution in this area where cold waters are released, abiding special safety regulations.

Considered as a productive fishing lake, the waters of Lake Sidney Lanier are a habitat for brook trout, rainbow trout, and brown trout, among many other species. You can get information about fish attractor structures on the lake by visiting the Corps of Engineers' map room on site.

Boating on Lake Lanier

Boating on Lake Lanier

A 39,000-acre lake like Lake Sidney Lanier offers diverse boating opportunities, ranging from fishing boats and houseboats, to canoes, sailboats and personal watercrafts to be launched from any of the 76 boat ramps around the lake's shoreline, keeping in mind that most of them apply user fees for launching at such boat ramps.


Lake Lanier has 10 marinas offering boat storage, fuel, repair services, snacks and refreshments, as well as last minute supplies and boat rentals. Depending on the season of the year, there are sailing regattas, water carnivals, and tournaments, that generally requires a permit from the US Army Corps of Engineers and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.  

Things to do at Lake Lanier. Swimming.

 

Swimming on Lake Lanier

Lake Sidney Lanier's shoreline offers numerous opportunities for sunbathing and swimming, either floating or rafting in cool, clear, blue waters The US Corps of Engineers operates 23 swimming areas around the lake, although there are many others privately owned.

In all cases, swimming at designated swim areas is highly recommended since there are no lifeguards on duty assigned in the public areas, although commercial facilities may have them. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers can provide a list of swimming areas calling at (770) 945-9531.