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Turtle River

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Georgia, United States

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General info

Turtle River is a stream located in Glynn County, Georgia, United States. It is most popular for fishing Red drum, Largemouth bass, and Spotted seatrout.

Location

31°12′4.4″N 81°33′7.8″W
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Fishing regulations at Turtle 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Red drum

Red drum

Regulation boundaryGeorgia State Waters
Bag limit5

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size14" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size23" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Edibility
Very Good
Synonyms
Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass
Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryGeorgia State Waters
Bag limit10

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size12" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Aggregate limit10

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Restrictions & requirements

GA Spearing

Harvest of this species by spearing is prohibited. Spearing is the use of a handheld spear or similar device and the use of a weapon, other than a firearm, which propels the spear to which a wire, rope, line, etc. is attached and secured to the weapon or the person using the weapon.

Bow Fishing

Harvest of this species by bow fishing is prohibited.

GA FW Gamefish

It is unlawful to possess more than a total of 50 individuals of all Georgia freshwater game fish, except channel and flathead catfish.Georgia freshwater gamefish include: Bass: Largemouth, Redeye (Coosa), Shadow, Shoal, Smallmouth, Spotted, Suwannee; Catfish: Channel and Flathead; Crappie: Black and White; Pickerel: Chain, Grass, Redfin; Shad: American and Hickory; Sunfish: Bluegill, Flier, Redbreast, Redear, Rock, Spotted, Warmouth; Trout: Brook, Rainbow, and Brown; Walleye.

Additional information
Exceptions to state-wide size limit:Lake Blackshear: 14-inches total lengthLake Blue Ridge: no minimum sizeLake Burton: no minimum sizeLake Juliette: no minimum sizeLake Lanier: 14-inches total lengthLake Oconee: 14-inches total lengthLake Lindsay Grace: bass between 15- and 22-inches total length must be released immediately. All others may be kept. In addition, only one bass may be greater than 22 inches.Lake Walter F. George: 14-inches total lengthWest Point Reservoir: 14-inches total lengthPublic Fishing Area lakes operated by the Department of Natural Resources: 14 inches. This limit will not apply to lakes which have been posted as having a different length limit for largemouth bass.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
Season open: year-round
Spotted seatrout

Spotted seatrout

Regulation boundaryGeorgia State Waters
Bag limit15

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size14" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Cynoscion nebulosus, Speckled Trout
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FAQ about Turtle River fishing

📍 Where is the Turtle River located?
the Turtle River is a stream located in Glynn County, Georgia, United States. Its coordinates are:
31°12′4.4″N 81°33′7.8″W
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🎣 Where on the Turtle River is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Turtle River by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Turtle River?
The most common species in the Turtle River are:
📢 What are the latest Turtle River fishing reports?
The latest Turtle River fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Turtle River right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Turtle River, some of the species in season this November include: Bluefish, Cobia, and Atlantic bluefin tuna. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Turtle River?

Fishing in Georgia requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual or short-term options, available online or at licensed vendors.

In Georgia, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted senior license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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