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Lake Richard B. Russell

Lake Richard B. Russell is a Savannah River reservoir with Georgia-side public ramps, state park access, shoreline fishing, and strong bass, crappie, catfish, and striper opportunities.

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Lake Richard B. Russell fishing destination
Reservoir~26,650 acresCOE Largemouth bassspotted bassblack crappiestriped bass

About Lake Richard B. Russell

Lake Richard B. Russell is a Savannah River reservoir with Georgia-side public ramps, state park access, shoreline fishing, and strong bass, crappie, catfish, and striper opportunities.

Lake Richard B. Russell is a large reservoir between Lake Hartwell and Clarks Hill. Anglers target largemouth bass, spotted bass, black crappie, and striped bass. Richard B. Russell State Park provides Georgia access and amenities. The lake is less developed than some major reservoirs and has strong fishing appeal.

Common Fish Species

Largemouth bassspotted bassblack crappiestriped bass

Fishing Amenities

Boat rampsstate parkcampingbank fishing

Access Points

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

Marina / Boat Ramp Private Business

Beaverdam Marina

Georgia-side Lake Richard B. Russell marina access with concessions, boat launching ramps, courtesy dock, restrooms, restaurant, and marina services.

  • OperatorBeaverdam Marina
  • Location1155 Marina Drive
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom Marina

Fees: Private marina, concession, launch, restaurant, and service fees/rules may apply.

Directions: Follow Marina Drive in Elbert County to Beaverdam Marina and continue to the store, restaurant, fuel dock, ramp, and principal dock basin.

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Public Boat Ramp / Fishing Pier

Coldwater Creek Ramp and Pier

Georgia-side Lake Richard B. Russell public ramp and fishing-pier access with vault restrooms.

  • OperatorState of Georgia
  • LocationColdwater Creek Ramp and Pier, Elbert County
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Fishing Pier Restroom

Fees: Verify current launch fees, hours, and water-level conditions before visiting.

Directions: Georgia-side state recreation area on Lake Richard B. Russell.

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State Park Boat Ramp

Richard B. Russell State Park Boat Ramps

Georgia State Park access on Lake Richard B. Russell with boat ramps, fishing, boating, campground/cottage access, seasonal beach, paddling, and park facilities.

  • OperatorGeorgia State Parks / DNR
  • Location2650 Russell State Park Dr
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom Picnic Area

Fees: Georgia State Parks parking, camping, cottage, launch, rental, and activity fees may apply.

Directions: Enter Richard B. Russell State Park from Russell State Park Drive and follow park signs to the main public boat-ramp and Olympic rowing access area.

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Public Boat Ramp

Elbert Park Boat Ramp

Georgia-side Lake Richard B. Russell public boat-ramp access with courtesy dock and vault restrooms.

  • OperatorState of Georgia
  • LocationGA Highway 72
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom

Fees: Verify current launch fees, hours, and water-level conditions before visiting.

Directions: Elbert Park Boat Ramp is on the Georgia side of Lake Richard B. Russell near the GA 72 bridge. Follow the access road to the ramp, courtesy dock, and parking area.

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Public Boat Ramp

Pearl Mill Boat Ramp

State of Georgia public boat-ramp access at Pearl Mill on Lake Richard B. Russell.

  • OperatorState of Georgia
  • LocationBeverly Park, Georgia side of Lake Richard B. Russell
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom

Fees: Verify current launch fees, hours, and water-level conditions before visiting.

Directions: Use the Pearl Mill/Beverly Park access road on the Georgia side of Lake Richard B. Russell and follow signs to the public ramp.

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Public Boat Ramp

Shuck Pen Eddy Boat Ramp

Georgia-side Lake Richard B. Russell public boat-ramp access with courtesy dock and vault restrooms.

  • OperatorState of Georgia
  • LocationBobby Brown State Park Rd
Boat Ramp Bank Fishing Restroom

Fees: Verify current launch fees, hours, and water-level conditions before visiting.

Directions: Follow Bobby Brown State Park Road toward the Russell Dam area and turn into the Shuck Pen Eddy public boat-ramp access.

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Regulations & License Notes

Fishing Regulations

Follow statewide Georgia fishing regulations and posted USACE/park rules; check SC rules if crossing state line.

License and Permit Notes

Georgia fishing license required for Georgia waters; vessel registration required for motorized boats.

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