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Bowfin fishing in Georgia

Georgia offers excellent fishing for bowfin. Anglers can explore weedy lakes, ponds, and still backwaters where this species thrives.

Types of Bowfin in Georgia

Best baits and lures for Bowfin in Georgia

According to catch data from over 20 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the best baits used to catch Bowfin.

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Latest Bowfin fishing reports in Georgia

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Ruddy bowfin

Pipe Makers Canal

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Ruddy bowfin

Ogeechee River

35 in · 6 lb

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Ruddy bowfin

Banks Lake

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Ruddy bowfin

Stone Creek

20 in · 5 lb

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Ruddy bowfin

Taylors Creek

18 in · 4 lb

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Ruddy bowfin

Taylors Creek

18 in · 4 lb

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Ruddy bowfin

Little Sandy Creek

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Ruddy bowfin

Stone Creek

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Ruddy bowfin

Mission Lake

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Ruddy bowfin

Lake Worth

37 in · 16 lb 8 oz

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Regulations for Bowfin in Georgia

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32°40′45.8″N 83°11′38.6″W
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FAQ

🎣 What Bowfin species can you catch in Georgia?
Anglers in Georgia commonly catch several Bowfin species, including Ruddy bowfin, according to reports from Fishbrain members.

These species can be found in many lakes, rivers and streams throughout the area. If you are targeting a specific species, you can use the to filter catches by species and see where anglers are catching them and which baits they are using.
📍 Where are the best places to catch Bowfin in Georgia?
Bowfin are caught in lakes, rivers and streams throughout Georgia. Popular fishing waters reported by Fishbrain members include West Point Lake, Lake Oconee, and Ocmulgee River.

The allows anglers to see exact catch locations shared by other members, helping you discover productive fishing spots where Bowfin have recently been caught.