High Falls Lake

High Falls Lake is a 650-acre impoundment of the Towaliga River in Butts, Monroe and Lamar counties, located just east of Interstate 75 north of Forsyth.  The Parks, Recreation and Historic Sites Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources operates High Falls Lake for recreational purposes that include sport fishing. The lake is open to fishing during daylight hours only, and the operation of motors greater than 10 horsepower are prohibited.  Boats with outboard motors greater than 10 horsepower may be used, but the outboard must not be operated.

Best Bets

Largemouth bass, crappie, catfish & striped bass

Contact Information

High Falls State Park:  ph. 478-993-3053

High Falls Lake Prospects and Fishing Tips

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