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Lake Blackshear

Lake Blackshear is a south-central Georgia reservoir with state park, marina, ramp, and shoreline access for bass, crappie, bream, catfish, and casual lake fishing trips.

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Lake Blackshear fishing destination
Reservoir~8,700 acresGP Largemouth basswhite and black crappiebreamhybrid striped bass

About Lake Blackshear

Lake Blackshear is a south-central Georgia reservoir with state park, marina, ramp, and shoreline access for bass, crappie, bream, catfish, and casual lake fishing trips.

Lake Blackshear is a major Cordele-area reservoir with Georgia Veterans State Park and private marina access. It is widely used for crappie, largemouth bass, bream, hybrid striped bass, white bass, and channel catfish. The lake has cypress-lined areas, docks, and open-water structure. It is a strong family fishing and boating destination.

Common Fish Species

Largemouth basswhite and black crappiebreamhybrid striped basswhite basschannel catfish

Fishing Amenities

Boat rampsmarinastate parkbank fishingcrappie fishingbass fishing

Access Points

Review ramps, fishing piers, bank access, marinas, and other lake access before choosing where to begin your trip.

Marina Private Business

Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort

Full-service Lake Blackshear marina at the resort with spacious boat launch, boat rentals, slip rentals, fuel/service context, and fishing/boating access.

  • OperatorLake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club
  • Location2459 US Highway 280 W
  • Phone229-273-7747
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom Picnic Area Marina Fuel Boat Rentals

Fees: Marina launch, rental, slip, parking, and resort/state-park fees may apply.

Directions: Enter Lake Blackshear Resort within Georgia Veterans State Park and follow signs to the marina office, fuel dock, rentals, slips, and launch facilities.

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State Park Boat Ramp

Georgia Veterans State Park Boat Ramp

Georgia Veterans State Park access on Lake Blackshear with public boat launch, fishing, boating, swimming, camping, and marina/resort amenities nearby.

  • OperatorGeorgia State Parks / DNR
  • Location2459 US Highway 280 W
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom Picnic Area

Fees: Georgia State Parks parking, launch, marina, and camping fees may apply.

Directions: Enter Georgia Veterans State Park from US Highway 280 and follow park signs to the main public boat ramp on Lake Blackshear.

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County Park / Boat Ramp

Loron Williams Park

Crisp County park on Lake Blackshear with concrete boat ramp, picnic shelter, swimming area, and fishing dock.

  • OperatorCrisp County
  • Location402 Lakeshore Drive
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Fishing Pier Picnic Area

Fees: Verify current county park access and launch rules before visiting.

Directions: Loron Williams Park is at 402 Lakeshore Drive in Crisp County. Follow the park entrance to the concrete boat ramp, fishing dock, picnic shelter, and swimming area.

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Marina / Campground Private Business

Camper's Haven Marina

Private/semi-private Lake Blackshear area marina and campground access near Vienna with boat-ramp access and fishing access.

  • OperatorCamper's Haven Marina
  • Location1296 Campers Haven Road
  • Phone229-268-9076
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Marina

Fees: Private/semi-private marina or campground fees may apply; verify public access before visiting.

Directions: Located off Campers Haven Road near Vienna on the Lake Blackshear/Flint River system.

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Regulations & License Notes

Fishing Regulations

Follow statewide Georgia fishing regulations and posted park/lake rules.

License and Permit Notes

Georgia fishing license required for anglers 16+; vessel registration required for motorized boats.

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