Region
South Georgia & Coast
Lake Chehaw Recreation Guide
Make Memories at Lake Chehaw
Lake Chehaw, historically and still widely known as Lake Worth, is a 1,400-acre Georgia Power reservoir formed by the Flint River and Muckalee and Kinchafoonee creeks near Albany.
Why Lake Chehaw Belongs on Your Georgia Outdoors List
Lake Chehaw 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.
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
1,400 acres
Shoreline
36 miles
Best For
Fishing, boating, camping, parks & day use
What You Can Do at Lake Chehaw
These lake-specific notes highlight the recreation that is genuinely available here, along with the limits and practical details that shape a visit.
Fishing from Docks, Creek Banks, and Boats
Visitors can fish year-round from docks on Lake Chehaw or along Muckalee Creek with a current Georgia fishing license. Chehaw also operates a stocked catfish pond from April through October, where no fishing license is required and a five-fish limit applies.
Boating and a Canoe Trail
Lake Chehaw supports boating, fishing, skiing, and paddling, with a boat launch and a canoe trail winding through the lake. The setting works well for visitors who want to combine water recreation with the larger Chehaw park complex.
RV, Tent, Primitive, and Cabin Stays
Chehaw offers full-hookup RV sites, tent sites with water and electric service, unlimited primitive camping, and camper cabins. The campground sits within a large pine forest and provides a convenient base for fishing, paddling, the zoo, and other park attractions.
Combine the Lake with Chehaw’s Attractions
A visit can include lake fishing and boating along with the zoo, splash park, play park, disc golf, picnic areas, and trails. Together, the lake and Chehaw’s broader park facilities make it possible to build a full family day around both outdoor recreation and animal exhibits.
Launch Points & Shoreline Access
Lake Access & Boat Ramps at Lake Chehaw
3 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.
Park / Boat Dock / Lake Access
Public access
Chehaw Park Campground and Boat Dock
Operated by: Chehaw Park Authority
Location:
105 Chehaw Park Road
Albany, GA 31701
Available: Camping, Fishing access, Bank fishing, Restrooms, Picnic area
Phone: 229-430-5275
Public Boat Ramp And Day Use Area
Public access
Georgia Power Dam Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Operated by: Georgia Power
Location:
Power Dam Road
Albany, GA 31705
Available: Boat launch, Fishing access, Picnic area
Phone: 706-317-6042
Public Boat Ramp
Public access
Cox Boat Landing
Operated by: City of Albany Recreation and Parks
Location:
Cox Landing Road
Albany, GA 31701
Available: Boat launch, Fishing access, Bank fishing
Phone: 229-430-5222
Build a Weekend Around Lake Chehaw
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 Chehaw
Find campgrounds, explore the map, and use the lake as the beginning of your next Georgia outdoor memory.