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Lake Burton

Lake Burton is a Georgia reservoir fishing destination with public access for boaters, shoreline anglers, and day-use trips, plus opportunities for bass, crappie, catfish, bream, and seasonal open-water fishing.

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Lake Burton fishing destination
Reservoir~2,775 acresGP Spotted basslargemouth bassbrown trout

About Lake Burton

Lake Burton is a Georgia reservoir fishing destination with public access for boaters, shoreline anglers, and day-use trips, plus opportunities for bass, crappie, catfish, bream, and seasonal open-water fishing.

Lake Burton gives anglers a reservoir-style fishing trip with public ramps, shoreline areas, parks, marinas, or nearby day-use access depending on the site. Use GeorgiaOutdoors to compare where to launch, where to fish from shore, and how the lake fits with nearby camping, parks, and outdoor recreation. Before visiting, check current Georgia fishing regulations, local access rules, water levels, ramp conditions, and any managing-agency notices that may affect boating, parking, or seasonal fishing patterns.

Common Fish Species

Spotted basslargemouth bassbrown trout

Fishing Amenities

Boat rampsstate park accessbank accesstrout/bass fishing

Access Points

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

Marina Private Business

Anchorage Boat Dock

Full-service Lake Burton marina in Clayton with boat rentals, dry storage, sales and repairs, live bait, food, marina store, and lake access.

  • OperatorAnchorage Boat Dock
  • Location75 Timpson Cove Rd
  • Phone706-782-5193
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Picnic Area Marina Boat Rentals

Directions: From US 76, turn onto Charlie Mountain Road, bear right onto Timpson Cove Road, and continue approximately two-tenths of a mile to Anchorage Boat Dock.

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Marina Private Business

LaPrade's Marina Boat Launch

Full-service private Lake Burton marina with boat storage, boat rentals, fuel docks, dining, convenience items, and guided fishing-trip opportunities.

  • OperatorLaPrade's Marina
  • Location25 Shoreline Trail
  • Phone706-947-0010
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Picnic Area Marina Fuel Boat Rentals

Directions: Follow Shoreline Trail to LaPrade’s Marina in Wildcat Creek Cove and continue to the marina office, rentals, service, fuel, and dock complex.

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Public Boat Ramp

Murray Cove Boat Ramp

Public Lake Burton boat ramp in Rabun County with concrete launch lanes and parking, suitable for motorboats, canoes, and kayaks.

  • OperatorGeorgia Power / public access
  • Location5260 Murray Cove Road
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing

Directions: Follow Murray Cove Road to the Georgia Power public launch at the southeastern end of Lake Burton.

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Regulations & License Notes

Fishing Regulations

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

License and Permit Notes

Georgia fishing license required for anglers 16+; trout license may be needed when targeting trout in designated waters.

Georgia Fishing Regulations Licenses & Permits