Fishing near Savannah, Georgia
Chatham County, population 147,780.
- 5 milesto nearest lake
- 10ramps nearby
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Fishing around Savannah
Savannah is a city in Chatham County; the 2020 Census counted 147,780 people. From the town center, Louis Scott Stell Lake is 5 miles west, the nearest lake listed. The largest lake on the list is Lake Mayer at 47 acres. Tow the boat 2 miles to Salt Creek Boat Ramp, the closest ramp page.
Nearest PFA water: Bidd Sands Pond, about 36 miles. Salt Creek Park Pier sits 2 miles from town for anglers on foot. Green Island Sound, 12 miles out, is the closest sound.
The nearest lakes to Savannah
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Type | Ramps | Fish listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Scott Stell Lake | 5 miles west | 17 | lake | 1 | largemouth bass, channel catfish |
| Lake Mayer | 7 miles east | 47 | lake | 1 | largemouth bass, channel catfish |
| J F Gregory Lake | 8 miles southwest | 2 | lake | 0 | largemouth bass, channel catfish |
| Richmond Hill Pond, East | 8 miles southwest | 8 | lake | 1 | largemouth bass, channel catfish |
| Hatchery Pond | 8 miles southwest | 2 | lake | 0 | channel catfish |
| Richmond Hill Pond, Middle | 9 miles west | 4 | lake | 1 | largemouth bass, channel catfish |
Creeks and rivers around Savannah
- Little Ogeechee River, Chatham County9 miles
- Little Back River10 miles
- Middle River13 miles
- Ogeechee River16 miles
- Abercorn Creek17 miles
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Savannah; WRD waterbodies layer and access point species flags.
Savannah fishing map
- Salt Creek Boat RampSalt Creek, 2 miles
- Bell's LandingHoover Creek, 3 miles
- Louis Scott Stell Lake Boat RampLouis Scott Stell Lake, 5 miles
- Kings Ferry Boat RampOgeechee River, 6 miles
- Coffee Bluff MarinaLittle Ogeechee River, 6 miles
- Lake Mayer Boat RampLake Mayer, 7 miles
- Fort Stewart, Richmond Hill Pond East Boat RampRichmond Hill Pond, East, 8 miles
- Isle of Hope MarinaSkidaway River, 9 miles
- Fort Stewart, Richmond Hill Pond Middle Boat RampRichmond Hill Pond, Middle, 9 miles
- Bahia Bleu MarinaWilmington River, 9 miles
Piers and bank spots near Savannah
- Salt Creek Park PierSalt Creek, 2 miles
- King's Ferry Fishing PierOgeechee River, 6 miles
- Herbert Battise Observation PierLittle Ogeechee River, 6 miles
- J F Gregory LakeJ F Gregory Lake, 8 miles
- Frank O. Downing Fishing PierMoon River, 8 miles
- Richmond Hill HatcheryHatchery Pond, 8 miles
USGS readings close to Savannah
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Ogeechee River At Us 17, Near Richmond Hill, Ga | 10,600 cfs, 1.61 ft gage height | Oct 22 3:15 pm |
| Savannah River At Garden City, Ga | 2.11 ft gage height | Oct 22 3:30 pm |
| Savannah River At Usace Dock, At Savannah, Ga | 1.55 ft gage height | Oct 22 3:15 pm |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 22, 2026 4:33 pm ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Guides working near Savannah
Crickets, shiners and line near Savannah
- Bass Pro Shops Savannahsporting goods store, Savannah, 3 miles
- H+K Engineering Groupmarina, Savannah, 5 miles
- Coffee Bluff Marina, 14915 Coffee Bluff Rdmarina, Savannah, 6 miles
- Soar Studiosbait and tackle shop, Savannah, 6 miles
- Safe Harbor Savannah Yacht Centermarina, Savannah, 7 miles
- Sandfly Bait and Tacklebait and tackle shop, Savannah, 7 miles
- Coffee Bluff Marina, 2244 Norwood Avemarina, Savannah, 8 miles
- Bandy's Bait Cobait and tackle shop, Savannah, 9 miles
Guided trips on Savannah
- Coastal River Charterscharter, Savannah, (912) 441-9930
- One More Cast Charterscharter, Savannah, (912) 308-5991
- Savannah Saltwater Charterscharter, Savannah, (912) 655-4595
- Standard Bay Charterscharter, Savannah, (912) 844-7140
- Tightlines Saltwater Fishing Charterscharter, Savannah, (912) 507-3130
Events in the county that includes Savannah
| Date | Event | Water | Organizer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-10 | 11th Annual Tybee Island Charity Redfish Tournament | Georgia Atlantic Surf |
Organizer and news pages for Chatham County events, checked October 2026.
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| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Black bass (all species combined) | 10 in total, only 5 of which may be Altamaha, Bartrams, Chattahoochee, Coosa, Shoal, Smallmouth, Suwannee, Tallapoosa | Open all year |
| Largemouth bass | Counts toward 10 black bass total; minimum length 12 inches statewide (exceptions on listed lakes and PFAs) | Open all year |
| Spotted bass | Counts toward 10 black bass total; no statewide minimum length (14 inches on Lake Lanier) | Open all year |
| Shoal bass | Counts toward 10 black bass total (only 5 may be shoal and other listed bass); minimum length 15 inches statewide (Flint River below Warwick Dam slot) | Open all year |
| Smallmouth bass | Counts toward 10 black bass total; only 5 of the 10 may be smallmouth and other listed bass; no minimum length | Open all year |
| Striped, white and hybrid bass | 15 in total, only two of which can be 22 inches or longer | Open all year |
| Crappie | 30 | Open all year |
| Bream (sunfish) | 50 in total | Open all year |
What you can keep in Savannah
| Species | Limit and size | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Black Drum | 15; minimum size 14" TL | All year |
| Flounder | 15; minimum size 12" TL | All year |
| Red Drum | 5; minimum size 14" TL (Maximum 23" TL) | All year |
| Sheepshead | 15; minimum size 10" FL | All year |
| Spotted Seatrout | 15; minimum size 14" TL | All year |
2026-2027 Georgia Hunting and Fishing Regulations statewide rows; CRD saltwater limits. Each lake page shows its listed exceptions.
Short drives from Savannah
Places to stay close to Savannah
- Georgetown (Chatham County)3 miles
- Henderson4 miles
- Garden City5 miles
- Vernonburg6 miles
- Pooler7 miles
County pages that include Savannah
- Chatham Countyseat: Savannah
Piscifun tackle chosen with Savannah in mind
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Pictures of the fish at Savannah
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Quick answers for a Savannah fishing day
What lake with a page lies nearest Savannah?
Louis Scott Stell Lake, 5 miles west of the town center.
Which ramp lies closest to Savannah?
Head to Salt Creek Boat Ramp, about 2 miles by straight line.
Where would a shore angler in Savannah start?
Salt Creek Park Pier is the pick, 2 miles from the town center.
Where do Savannah anglers pick up hooks and line?
Bass Pro Shops Savannah at 3 miles.
Where can I read a biologist forecast near Savannah?
No forecast lake is in the list above.
Which county line is Savannah inside?
Chatham County, whose page maps the lakes there.
Is designated trout water within reach of Savannah?
Trout stream pages all sit beyond 35 miles.
What are the daily limits near Savannah?
Georgia allows 30 crappie and 50 bream a day, with no limit on catfish, outside listed waters.
Which license suits a vacation in Savannah?
Nonresidents pay $10 for one day plus $3.5 for each extra day, or $50 for the year.
Pick a Georgia lake near Savannah
Lake pages show acreage, fish and any listed rule.