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Fishing & Watersports

Known for its fishing and leisure, Lake Oconee is a popular destination for vacationers in Georgia.

With 55 miles of shoreline in Morgan County, Lake Oconee is a 19,971 acre reservoir formed by the Oconee and Apalachee Rivers. The latter forms 34 miles of the eastern boundary of Morgan County.

Additionally, Hard Labor Creek State Park is home to the 275-acre Lake Rutledge and the 48-acre Lake Brantley. Whether you love to fish, boat, or swim, Madison Morgan County is your next watersports destination.

Marinas, Boat Ramps and Recreational Areas

Sugar Creek Marina
353 Parks Mill Road
Buckhead, GA 30625
706-342-2231
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Blue Springs Marina
1271 Blue Springs Drive
Buckhead, GA 30625
706-342-9446
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Hard Labor Creek State Park
5 Hard Labor Creek Road
Rutledge, GA 30663
706-557-3001
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Apalachee Mart (Bait Shop and River Recreation)
1010 Apalachee River Road
Madison, GA 30650
706-474-2695
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Swords Boat Ramp
Blue Springs Road
Buckhead, GA 20625

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Fishing Guides

Oconee On The Fly
404-317-9556
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Offering: Hybrids and Striper trips, Crappie Trips

BigFishHeads Guide Service
770-354-0300
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Offering: Crappie Fishing, Striper Fishing

Lake Oconee Fishing Guides
706-887-6110
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