Fishing Lake Juliette

AKA: Juliette Reservoir

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Lake Juliette, GA

Popular Fish Species Lake Juliette, GA

Lake Juliette Popular Fish - Striped Bass

Striped Bass Fishing

With fish over 40 pounds caught occasionally, striped bass appeal to many locals and fishing guides at Lake Juliette. In Spring and Fall work the upper end of the lake where water is flowing into the lake. Look for deeper water in the river channel, as a holding place for stripers. Trolling these deeper areas is a productive method here. In Summer and Winter, stripers hang out in deeper water during the day Morning often draws the stripers to much shallower water, look for them from the surface down to around the 20-foot range as they feed on shallow-running schools of bait. The lake is filled with plenty of baitfish and sunfish to to keep the fishery thriving. Being successful at fishing for stripers is a matter of locating schools of bait, and the wolf packs of stripers which are likely to be nearby. Fish finders, and forward facing sonar, are a big help in locating these roaming schools. Live bait is very effective here, and stripers can be caught year round.

Lake Juliette Popular Fish - Largemouth Bass

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Home to numerous bass tournaments annually, Lake Juliette continues to deliver great catches of largemouth bass, as it has for several years now. Careful fisheries management by the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division has maintained a thriving bass fishery, providing both quantity and quality for anglers. Spotted bass also reside here in good numbers. Recent results by locals, and tournament participants, attest to the fact that fishing for largemouth bass has been very rewarding lately. Also, there is the potential for catching a monster. Big mouth bass often move shallow and become fairly aggressive when they are in a feeding mood. If they seem disinterested in your presentations, try slowing down and use smaller, lighter baits. Use shallow crankbaits around rip rap. Around grass use worms, jigs, topwater and spinnerbaits. In deeper water, big worms, jigs and spoons are three good options. In winter, spend your time fishing Lake Juliette on deeper structure where the bass spend much of their time. Fishing for largemouth bass can range from fair to very good here, year round. In winter when the lake freezes over and the ice is safe, bass can be caught while ice fishing.

Lake Juliette Popular Fish - Redear Sunfish

Redear Sunfish Fishing

Fishing for redear sunfish, also known as shellcrackers, is popular here at Lake Juliette. Other sunfish species available include bluegill, green sunfish, redbreast sunfish, rock bass, spotted sunfish, warmouth and yellow perch. Like most bream, they are a popular species with young and old, as well as beginners and seasoned anglers alike. This year, much like recent years, the redear sunfish population is healthy and always looking for something eatable. Redear sunfish fishing is about as simple as fishing gets. Any lighter fishing pole, reasonably light line, small hooks baited with anything eatable, creates a great setup. Add a bobber and you can set the depth you prefer the bait to position. Redear prefer clear, warmer water and hang around brush, rocks, vegetation, docks or any cover available. When the lake freezes over, try your luck at ice fishing.

Fish species to fish for...

Guide to fishing for largemouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, black crappie, bluegill, green sunfish, redbreast sunfish, redear sunfish, rock bass, spotted sunfish, warmouth, yellow perch and striped bass at Lake Juliette in Georgia.

Lake Juliette Fishing Video

Designated for "fishing only", Lake Juliette is a 3,600-acre lake in the central part of the state, 5 miles east of Forsyth. Anglers are enticed to cast to over 60 miles of shoreline, all of which look like an ideal place to catch a fish. Boats with a motor greater than 25 horsepower are not allowed on this lake.

Lake Juliette, nestled in the heart of Georgia, is a fantastic fishing spot known for its variety of popular fish species and serene natural surroundings. Anglers from near and far visit the lake to try their luck at catching a diverse range of fish.

Bass fishing is a highlight at Lake Juliette, with both largemouth bass and spotted bass thriving in its waters. The lake's structure, including submerged vegetation, fallen trees, and rocky areas, provides ideal habitat for bass. Anglers can employ various techniques, such as casting with topwater lures or working soft plastic baits, to entice these prized sportfish into biting.

Catfish are also abundant in Lake Juliette, offering anglers the chance to target both channel catfish. These hard-fighting fish are often caught using bottom fishing rigs and live or cut bait. Anglers can explore different areas of the lake, such as deep holes or near underwater structures, to increase their chances of landing a big catfish.

Crappie fishing is popular on Lake Juliette, particularly during the spring spawning season. Anglers can target both black crappie and white crappie, which are known for their delicious taste. Fishing near submerged structures, brush piles, or around docks can yield excellent results when targeting crappie. Anglers typically use small jigs or live minnows to entice these panfish into biting.

Sunfish, including bluegill and other species, are plentiful in Lake Juliette. These colorful and feisty fish provide enjoyable fishing experiences for anglers of all ages. Using small hooks, worms, or crickets, anglers can target sunfish near the lake's shoreline, around vegetation, or near underwater structures.

Yellow perch and striped bass are also among the popular fish species found in Lake Juliette. Anglers can target these species using various techniques, such as trolling with artificial lures or fishing with live bait. Both species offer exciting challenges and make for a rewarding catch.

Lake Juliette in Georgia is a prime fishing destination known for its abundance of popular fish species, including bass, catfish, crappie, sunfish, yellow perch, and striped bass. Anglers can enjoy a variety of fishing techniques and explore different areas of the lake to maximize their catch. With its boating and camping amenities, Lake Juliette provides a complete outdoor experience for fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Water skiing and other water sports are prohibited. These limitations reduce the traffic on the lake and as a result the lake gets less fishing pressure. Bring a canoe, kayak, rowboat or fishing boat and try your luck fishing for bass, catfish, crappie, bream, sunfish, perch and striped bass.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Juliette

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Lake Juliette Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: NEARBY
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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In addition to its excellent fishing opportunities, Lake Juliette offers boating and camping facilities for outdoor enthusiasts. Anglers can launch their boats from the lake's ramps and explore different fishing spots. Boating on the calm waters of Lake Juliette provides a tranquil experience amidst the beautiful natural surroundings. Camping facilities near the lake allow anglers to extend their fishing trips and enjoy the serene environment overnight.

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Dames Ferry Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Highway 23, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Holly Grove Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off Holly Grove Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.