Where to Fish on Lake Sinclair

The rush of excitement that comes with reeling in a big one can be found on Lake Sinclair! Encompassing 15,300 acres of winding coves and wide stretches of open water, Lake Sinclair is home to some of the best fishing in Georgia for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish.

Created by Georgia Power in 1953, Lake Sinclair is two hours southeast of Atlanta, making it easy to access for fishing, tournaments, swimming, boating, and camping. The lake also boasts the added convenience of several fishing piers and local marinas for area visitors looking for easy access to the water. 

Lake Sinclair offers fishing from the bank or a pier, and several locations provide slips and boat ramps for launching. If you don't have a boat, no problem. Anchors Marina, Sinclair Marina, Sinclair Wild Watersports, JereShai, and Twin Lakes Jet Ski will rent one to you by the day or half-day. If you are unfamiliar with the lake, use this map to help locate some of the best fishing spots on the water.

Lake Sinclair stretches through the counties of Baldwin, Hancock, and Putnam. There are many access points conveniently located near Milledgeville, Georgia, especially on the south side of Lake Sinclair.

If you plan to fish while visiting Milledgeville, here are our top picks to help you cast your line:

Central Lake Sinclair

T.D. Cheek Fishing Pier

T. D. Cheek Fishing Pier is a great series of docks over the water of Lake Sinclair. This Georgia Power-maintained public fishing pier is open year-round and free to the public. There is also shoreline fishing access, fish attractors, a parking area, and picnic tables that make this an ideal spot for the avid fisherman or a choice location to teach the kids to cast. 

Little River Park

Located directly on Hwy 441 between Eatonton and Milledgeville, Little River Park is a camping facility and marina. This is a common headquarters for Lake Sinclair’s bass tournaments, and amenities include docks, gas pumps, beer, ice, public restrooms, and propane refill stations. There is a $5 parking fee for day-use access.  

Dennis Station

The Georgia Department of Natural Resources manages the Dennis Station Ramp. Here you will find a large parking lot with two ramps to launch your boat from on each end, with docks from which you can fish as well. The piers are equipped with fish attractor lights to improve night fishing opportunities for anglers.

Sunset Marina

If you need on-the-water assistance, Sunset Marina has a full-service fuel station right on Lake Sinclair. Their staff will fuel your boat with 100% ethanol-free gas and take care of anything you may need. Visitors are welcome to put their boat in on their ramp as well for a $5 fee and pick up anything you might want at the nearby service station or at their Snack Shack.

Sinclair Marina

The oldest marina on the lake, Sinclair Marina, is ready to have you spend time on the water. They offer year-round boat rentals and a full-service fuel dock. Boat rentals are available Thursday - Monday from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  If you have your own boat, you can use their ramp and leave your vehicle for a $5 fee. 

JereShai Lakeside RV Park

Located along the shoreline of the open waters of Lake Sinclair, JereShai Lakeside RV Park offers multiple ways to spend your day of fun. If you have your boat in tow, there is a ramp available for visitors for a $5 parking fee. If you are looking to fish from a boat, there are pontoon boats available for rent. Renting and pricing are by the hour with a four-hour minimum requirement. 

Southeastern Side

Rocky Creek Park

A Georgia Power Park, Rocky Creek, is a popular day-use access to Lake Sinclair. A boat ramp, picnic area, walking trail, and banks to fish from ensure a great time, whether you are an avid fisherman or just starting out. There is a $5 parking fee. The park is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. During this time, guests can enjoy a shaded pavilion, vending machines, restrooms, grills, a swimming beach, a playground, and a fishing pier.

Anchors Marina

Anchors Marina at Lake Sinclair is a full-service marina servicing the fishermen of Lake Sinclair. For $5 per day, you can launch your boat from one of two ramps. The parking and public restrooms are also open 24 hours a day. Anchors Marina has gas available on the dock, offering both straight gas and 50/1 pre-mix gas in mid-grade (89 octane). 

Southwest Side

Haslam's Marina

A family-operated marina on Lake Sinclair since 1961, Haslam's offers gas docks with regular and pre-mix (50:1) fuel, two deep self-serve boat ramps, as well as plenty of boat storage options, repairs, service, and maintenance. It is as easy as a $5 launch fee to leave your vehicle and enjoy a day on the water. It is closed on Mondays.

Twin Bridges Landing

If you have your boat in tow, Twin Bridges Landing is another full-service marina on Lake Sinclair, featuring two boat ramps, a convenience store, and a gas dock. Put your boat in the water and leave your vehicle for just a $5 launch fee.

Remember, you will need to obtain a fishing license or permit from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources to fish legally. Licenses can be purchased locally at sporting goods stores, convenience stores, and marinas, or by visiting the Department of Natural Resources website.