Subscribe to OL+ for our best feature stories and photography. pH1=b2DL`TVuwB=G:,U%r_k(>Yo W`i% > PdI4wO"K >ep|=gC%rCcM-f ' Fishing shad imitation or chartreuse colored crank baits along shorelines and points during low-light and dark hours, similar to bass fishing, can produce excellent walleye action. The two friends had put in on Lake Tugalo around 6:30 that morning and were fishing from a 13-foot Lowe skiff. It seems very massiveeven thoughit is really a small lake. Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. 17 0 obj The big lake whitefish is Washington State's first record catch of 2023. . How good is the fishing? The 10-pound, 1.44-ounce fish will share a state record from 1994. . The water is deep and cold, but it is very clear. June 7, 2022 Dick Mangrum. But looking at it on a map is nothing at all like seeing this pristine wilderness in person. 25 hp limit on boats,you will need a boat to fish and camp on the lake, for there is no bank access past the boat ramp. (either license will be honored by either state). The lake area is also great for fishing! Chuck Hasse of Walker and Randy Topper won the 2-day tourney with 48.29 lbs - despite having "some equipment start on fire" - to take home a cool hot $15.4K. There is no marina or rental boats, but most . <> The best spring fishing on Lake Tugalo typically occurs in the upper ends of the lake's two main river arms, where moving waters flow over . Studio Line: 864-638-6810. If those times won't work for you, 12:00AM to 12:00AM looks . courtesy of WDFW. endobj Nearby. endobj A popular spot with anglers, Lake Tugalo has largemouth bass, walleye, spotted bass, white bass, bluegill, and one of Georgia's most robust walleye populations. GeorgiaLake Tugalo Great Fishing Information, Georgia Department of Natural Resources Fishing License Information. If you live in Tallulah Falls or Toccoa you're less than 10 miles from Tugaloo River. Boat has been immaculately maintained and is in excellent condition. another HOW2fish.net production . The Marinas Page offers a list of . Jason Fischer . Arguably the most scenic lake in Georgia, 597-acre Lake Tugaloo is also one of the most remote. Boat Launch Ramp: YES Ohio offers many fantastic locations for the public to fish, including 124,000 acres of inland water, 7,000 miles of streams, 2.25 million acres of Lake Erie water, and 481 miles of the Ohio River. Owned and operated by the Georgia Power Company, Lake Tugalo lies on the Georgia-South Carolina border near the city of Clayton. 16 0 obj Boat Rental: NO McGhee Carson Unit N35.57764 W084.20657. 441 It is the point of many fond memories of he and his peers, working the lake in quiet efficient casting into the little coves and areas along the waters edge. Creel Limits may apply here please check regulation sign at boat ramp for complete information. endobj Is it safe to be on the waters when the dam is generating? The Lake Tugalo Stone Place Boat Ramp allows for launch of boats with 25 horsepower or less. 12 0 obj Edlund pulled the fish in and is the angler on record, while Starzek netted the fish. He covers conservation issues affecting North Americas fish and wildlife, and helps tell the latest stories about the hunters and anglers that pursue these important species. stream While there are nearly 20 miles of fishy-looking shoreline, access to much of the Georgia shore is unavailable without hiking. Edlund Stone Place Boat Launch Ramp Record walleye caught out of Lake Tugalo. The fish weighed 14 pounds, 2 ounces. Directions. The western arm of the lake is fed by the Tallulah River (GA), while the eastern arm is fed by the Chattooga River (NC/SC). Available Posted December 7, 2022. Its' South Carolina portion is located in Oconee County. Some cottages even have private boat docks for overnight guests. Contact Info & Website Link : Georgia Power Company at 706-782-4014 - GA Power Co. Lake Yonah Website and Map The added stockings (along with increased walleye stockings) were designed to control a booming population of non-native blueback herring and to provide anglers with added sportfishing opportunities. Fishing for bass, walleye and sunfish in northeast GA. | Site Maps, About Us, Advertising, Terms & Contact Us |, Site Maps, About Us, Advertising, Terms & Contact Us. There is one unusual twist to the traditional summertime, deepwater pattern on these lakes. The two friends had put in on Lake Tugalo around 6:30 that morning and were fishing from a 13-foot Lowe skiff. Lake Tugalo also offers good fishing for bass, bluegills and other species, and in fact supports one of Georgia's best walleye populations. We put in on the GA. side. 8c J Hartwell is a great choice for families or even a corporate outing. Sheesh, glad everything worked out! 14 0 obj Average walley boated last year was 2.5 to 3 pounds And man are they good eating. . % 5 0 obj Kayakers and whitewater rafters use the access point on the South Carolina side as a take-out after braving the class V rapids of the Chattooga River upstream of the lake. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 22 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 17 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 1>> Bait & Tackle: NEARBY Key species: largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, crappie. Walleye have a very light bite, so anglers new to walleye fishing should remain alert to slight movements in the line, which may indicate a . (Photos courtesy of South Carolina DNR) Fishing buddies in South Carolina teamed up to catch a record-sized walleye in the Upstate during the Memorial Day weekend. The would-be winners of almost $29,000 at an Ohio fishing tournament were disqualified on Friday, after it was discovered their fish were stuffed with lead weights and fish fillets. Lodging: NEARBY A pair of South Carolina anglers boated a state-record walleye over Memorial Day weekend. Because Hubbard Lake has clear water, catching Walleye fish in this lake can be hard. A great tool to help you find them is a lake map, which can give you a highly detailed picture of the underwater landscape. The lake is . Read Next: Missouri Fisherman Catches State-Record Walleye on a Trotline. It is backed by the Tugalo Dam. You are using an out of date browser. The fish will officially share the state record with a 10-pound walleye caught in Lake Russell in 1994. first GADNR trophy for 2019. How do you get to Tugalo lake. Be sure to check out the fishing tips included in the Georgia DNR Walleye Fishing . Visitors to the lake can enjoy boating and fishing. 8 0 obj Lake Tugalo is located on both the Chattooga River (in South Carolina) and the Tallulah River (in Georgia). endobj The top 7 walleye fishing tips. Its worth mentioning here that Section IV of the Chattooga River is widely known as one of the most dangerous Class IV rapids in America and its claimed many lives. > After 2 years of canceling the tournament, the Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce was able to bring it back with 155 teams. 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Chris Edlund of Spartanburg, S.C. was fishing with his friend Dave Starzek of Greer when Edlund hooked a 10-pound, 1.44-ounce walleye in Lake Tugalo on May 29. <> Starzek and Edlund were on the water by 6:30 a.m. and trolled less than two hours in the 13-foot Lowe boat before hooking up with the fish. . But its also known for its great fishing! There is also a six-lane ramp used for large fishing tournaments and easy access to the lake. Its a passion, and its been a long time coming, Starzek told the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. So much fun being in the mountains. o u!.dG"K+/x52kPoLaB[x/,Wd)}l\>Z>UVMKU=g!,7cv:76y"K =I4dct}.oy,8Sd)>@*L.XdhelG|m>{gzi|ig"gKkx# kpcjd?#Vc5aTT'UY0MktUiKh{K|%Fmr [M pDnTH Lake Tugalo and Lake Yonah offer great walleye fishing year-round while some of the other lakes fluctuate on how well the fish bite. Oddly, the spelling of the river differs from the spelling of the lake and dam. 5. This is a shared Lake. Lake or Reservoir Walleye Fishing. I haven't tried it in March yet but plan to next year, that's when the walleye go up to where the rivers dump in. Click images for fishing tips and details about each species. 6 0 obj walleye from Lake Tugalo on May 29. Depending on weather, it could get good as soon as early March. Marky Mark nets a Tugaloo Trophy . Tugalo is one of only a few lakes in South Carolina where you can catch trout. walleye from Lake Tugalo on May 29. Fishing Nottely Lake is known to be fruitful, with largemouth bass being the most popular fish, as well as spotted bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, bluegill, and walleye. Lake Tugalo, near Tallulah Falls, is a 597-acre reservoir with 18 miles of shoreline. What you fishing for? Also residing in the lake are catfish, crappie, yellow perch and white bass. endobj On the South Carolina side, the surrounding land is part of the Sumter National Forest. Two great fishing spots in Hubbard Lake are Churchill Point or Doctor Point. 3 0 obj xW|796_-2rZ>Yw>2>IL$ntI4]z5@ec9[Zk "PSq1wcI2]8ZWo Lc 7Kxg&U4~8M ~pyo>*KAw+B_? The surrounding forest is mostly untouched. Convenience Store: NEARBY <> Dac Collins is the News Editor at Outdoor Life. She's lived in the Carolinas for nearly three decades and currently resides in Charleston. 1.44-ounce walleye from Lake Tugalo in Oconee County on May 29. That said, the same remoteness and a 25-horsepower motor limit make Tugalo an extra good destination for fishing from a canoe, kayak, or other small boats. Hospital and Airport. stream The incredible beauty of 1,000-foot walls rising straight up from the water?s edge and the possibility of truly trophy-sized largemouth bass make Lake Tugalo an interesting trip indeed. 18 miles of shoreline check out the fishing tips included in the Georgia shore is unavailable without hiking officially... 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