Fishing & Boating

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Cast a Line and Catch Some Relaxation

BOATHOUSE: DAILY | 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
CALLAWAY OUTDOORS PRO SHOP: DAILY | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Some of the best fishing in the Southeastern United States is found right here, amid the natural beauty of Callaway Resort & Gardens. Thirteen sparkling private lakes are renowned for enormous bream, crappie, shellcrackers, and trophy-sized bass. And because our lakes are private, no fishing license is needed. If fishing is not your sport, enjoy some relaxing time on the water with a kayak, canoe, or jon boat excursion.

Fishing & Boating at Callaway

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Shore Fishing

Shore fishing is available at Mountain Creek Lake under the supervision of the Callaway Outdoors Pro Shop. Stocked live worms and crickets and fishing poles are available to rent. All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of their fishing experience.

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Guided Fishing Excursions

Take a guided trip on one of our 12 private lakes otherwise off limits for fishing. Certified instructors lead half or full day trips for largemouth bass and bream. All equipment provided. Catch and release only. Reservations required with a minimum of seven days notice.

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Fishing Limits & Guidelines

Bass and Carp are catch and release only. Bream limit is 15 per boat. Crappie limit is 30 per boat. Shore fishing is only permitted at Mountain Creek Lake. Private boats, float tubes, and the use of bait fish are strictly prohibited.

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Fishing Guidelines

Fishing Limits (per boat)

  • 15 Bream/Bluegill
  • 30 Crappie
  • Bass & Carp - catch and release ONLY


Fishing Policies

  • No coolers larger than 9 quart allowed on boats. All coolers are subject to inspection on both entry and exit of Callaway Resort & Gardens lakes.
  • The use of bait fish is strictly prohibited.
  • Live worms and crickets are allowed.
  • If you gut hook a bass, please cut the line at the mouth and release immediately - DO NOT REMOVE THE HOOK.
  • For any other questions on our fishing policies, please visit the Callaway Outdoors Shop.

    Boathouse: 706.663.5204

    Callaway Outdoors: 706.663.5142

Get Outside with Callaway Outdoors

Callaway Outdoors is your home base for everything on the water. The on-site pro shop offers gear, snacks, and all the equipment you need — all you have to do is show up and enjoy some time outside.

Boathouse: 706.663.5204

Callaway Outdoors: 706.663.5142

Jon Boat Rentals
Half Day (4 Hours): $35 for 1 person, $50 for 2, $65 for 3
Full Day (8 Hours): $55 for 1 person, $70 for 2, $85 for 3

Canoe Rentals
$20 first hour | $25 for 2 hours | $30 for 3 hours
Life jacket required, $5 per person

Tandem Kayak Rentals
$30 first hour | $35 for 2 hours | $40 for 3 hours
Life jacket required, $5 per person

Rod & Tackle Rentals
$15 per person

Private Fly-Fishing Instruction
$60 for a 1-hour casting lesson | $30 when part of a guided excursion

Callaway Outdoors Reservations
Phone: 706.663.5142
Email: rcrenshaw@callawaygardens.com

Guided excursions and private instruction require a minimum of seven days notice.


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