Region
North Georgia High Country
Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir Recreation Guide
Make Memories at Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir
A 334-acre Cherokee County water-supply reservoir with one public ramp, electric-motor-only boating, and day-use fishing access.
Why Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir Belongs on Your Georgia Outdoors List
Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir is a 334-acre water-supply lake with about 15 miles of shoreline near the Cherokee-Dawson county line. One controlled public access provides a boat ramp and paved parking for fishing and limited recreation. Internal-combustion engines must be removed from watercraft, while electric motors are allowed. A daily pass or annual permit is required, swimming is prohibited, and operating hours vary seasonally.
Quick Facts for Planning Your Visit
Use these at-a-glance details to understand the setting, then build the trip around how your family or group wants to enjoy the water.
Lake Size
334 acres
Shoreline
15 miles
Best For
Fishing, boating, parks & day use, swimming
What You Can Do at Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir
These lake-specific notes highlight the recreation that is genuinely available here, along with the limits and practical details that shape a visit.
Fishing with One Controlled Public Access
Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir is a 334-acre water-supply lake with one public ramp and paved parking. The controlled access, 15 miles of shoreline, and limited recreation program make it most useful for anglers planning a focused day trip.
Electric Motors Only
Internal-combustion engines must be removed from watercraft before launching. Electric motors, paddles, and oars are appropriate, making the reservoir a quieter choice for fishing boats, kayaks, and canoes.
Passes and Seasonal Hours Apply
A daily pass or annual permit is required, and operating hours change seasonally. Visitors should purchase the appropriate pass and check current reservoir hours before arriving.
No Swimming or Water-Contact Recreation
Swimming is prohibited because Hollis Q. Lathem is managed as a public water-supply reservoir. Plan on fishing, electric-motor boating, paddling, or quiet shoreline time instead.
Launch Points & Shoreline Access
Lake Access & Boat Ramps at Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir
1 published access point can help you choose where to launch, fish, picnic, swim, or begin a day on the water. Confirm current hours, fees, water levels, and ramp conditions before traveling.
Reservoir Boat Ramp
Public access
Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir Public Access
Operated by: Cherokee County Water and Sewerage Authority
Location:
5436 Cowart Road
GA 30534
Available: Boat launch, Fishing access
Phone: 770-894-4356
Build a Weekend Around Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir
Use the lake as the anchor, then add campgrounds, parks, restaurants, marinas, and nearby outdoor stops to shape a trip that feels distinctly Georgia.
Start with the Water
Plan a day of fishing with information on fish species, access points, and places to cast from shore or launch a boat.
Add the Basecamp
Choose a campground, RV site, cabin, hotel, or nearby town that gives everyone more time together.
Explore Nearby
Look for parks, restaurants, events, trails, and small-town stops that turn the lake visit into a more memorable Georgia getaway.
Plan Your Lake Trip
Explore More Around Hollis Q. Lathem Reservoir
Find campgrounds, explore the map, and use the lake as the beginning of your next Georgia outdoor memory.