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Middle Oconee River

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Georgia, United States

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Spotted bass

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Spotted bass

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General info

Middle Oconee River is a stream located in Jackson County, Georgia, United States. It is also intersecting with Barrow County, Georgia. It is most popular for fishing Spotted bass, Largemouth bass, and Channel catfish.

Location

34°01′2.1″N 83°32′5.3″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Middle Oconee River?

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Fishing regulations at Middle Oconee River, GA

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Georgia can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Spotted bass as of May 8th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Spotted bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

10

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

10

Exceptions to state-wide size limit:

  • Lake Lanier: 14-inches total length
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Micropterus punctulatus

Regulations for

34°01′2.1″N 83°32′5.3″W
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FAQ about Middle Oconee River fishing

the Middle Oconee River is a stream located in Jackson County, Georgia, United States. It is also intersecting with Barrow County, Georgia. Its coordinates are:
34°01′2.1″N 83°32′5.3″W
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