Region
South Georgia & Coast
Lake Blackshear Recreation Guide
Make Memories at 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.
Why Lake Blackshear Belongs on Your Georgia Outdoors List
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.
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
8,700 acres
Shoreline
97 miles
Best For
Boating, fishing, swimming, camping, parks & day use
What You Can Do at Lake Blackshear
These lake-specific notes highlight the recreation that is genuinely available here, along with the limits and practical details that shape a visit.
Boating with Marina and Rental Support
Lake Blackshear supports powerboats, pontoons, fishing boats, kayaks, and canoes, with public launching and a full-service marina at Georgia Veterans State Park. Visitors can bring their own boat or rent a pontoon onsite during the marina’s operating season.
Fish a Large South Georgia Reservoir
Fishing is one of Lake Blackshear’s central uses, with broad open water, coves, shoreline cover, public ramps, a fishing pier, and marina support. The lake works well for boat anglers as well as visitors who want easier access near Georgia Veterans State Park.
Swim at Georgia Veterans State Park
Georgia Veterans State Park provides the lake’s most developed public swimming setting, with nearby picnic areas, camping, trails, and other family recreation. Visitors should use the established park swimming area rather than assuming every shoreline location is suitable for public swimming.
Lakeside Camping and Cabins
Georgia Veterans State Park offers tent, trailer, and RV camping, including lakeside sites where visitors can keep a boat close to camp. Cabins and resort lodging add more comfortable overnight choices for travelers who want direct access to the lake.
A Full Recreation Base at the State Park
The Georgia Veterans State Park complex combines boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, bicycling, golf, picnicking, and military-history attractions. It is the strongest choice for visitors who want a complete day at Lake Blackshear rather than only a boat ramp.
Launch Points & Shoreline Access
Lake Access & Boat Ramps at Lake Blackshear
4 published access points 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.
State Park Boat Ramp
Public access
Georgia Veterans State Park Boat Ramp
Operated by: Georgia State Parks / DNR
Location:
2459 US Highway 280 W
GA 31015
Available: Camping, Boat launch, Fishing access, Bank fishing, Swimming, Restrooms, Picnic area
County Park / Boat Ramp
Public access
Loron Williams Park
Operated by: Crisp County
Location:
402 Lakeshore Drive
GA 31015
Available: Boat launch, Fishing access, Bank fishing, Fishing pier, Swimming, Picnic area
Marina
Private business
Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort
Operated by: Lake Blackshear Resort & Golf Club
Location:
2459 US Highway 280 W
GA 31015
Available: Camping, Boat launch, Fishing access, Bank fishing, Restrooms, Picnic area, Marina, Boat rentals, Fuel
Phone: 229-273-7747
Marina / Campground
Private business
Camper's Haven Marina
Operated by: Camper's Haven Marina
Location:
1296 Campers Haven Road
GA 31092
Available: Camping, Boat launch, Fishing access, Bank fishing, Marina
Phone: 229-268-9076
Marinas, Rentals & Lake Services
For many visitors, lake weekends start with practical services: fuel, ramps, rentals, dock access, supplies, and a good launching point for the day.
Marina
The Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort
Full-service Lake Blackshear marina at the resort with boat launch access, pontoon rentals, slip rentals, and boating and fishing support.
The Marina at Lake Blackshear Resort is a primary boating hub on Lake Blackshear within the Georgia Veterans State Park and resort complex. Visitors can use the launch area, arrange pontoon rentals and slip rentals, and access marina services for a day on the water.
Services: marina, boat launch, pontoon rentals, boat rentals, slip rentals, boating support, fishing access
Hours: Marina and rental hours vary seasonally; confirm current hours and availability directly with Lake Blackshear Resort.
Address:
2459 US Highway 280 W
Cordele, GA 31015
Phone: 229-273-7747
Bait And Tackle
Flint River Outdoors
Lake Blackshear-area bait, tackle, and outdoor supply stop near Georgia Veterans State Park and the marina corridor.
Flint River Outdoors is a bait, tackle, and fishing supply stop on US Highway 280 near Lake Blackshear and Georgia Veterans State Park, making it useful for anglers and lake visitors planning a day on the water.
Services: bait and tackle, fishing supplies, outdoor retail, lake-area supplies
Hours: See official website or call for current seasonal marina/store hours.
Address:
2478 US Highway 280 W
Cordele, GA 31015
Phone: 229-273-7909
Events, Dining & Nearby Stops
The best lake trips often include more than time on the water: a nearby town, a seasonal event, a restaurant, a park, or a second activity after boating or beach time.
Dining & Nearby Attractions
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Cypress Grill at the Marina
2459 US Highway 280 W
229-401-1295
Build a Weekend Around Lake Blackshear
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 Lake Blackshear
Find campgrounds, explore the map, and use the lake as the beginning of your next Georgia outdoor memory.