How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Calhoun, United States ? Today is a poor day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Calhoun, Georgia centers on the Oostanaula River and a network of small reservoirs, ponds, and creeks that hold surprising numbers of bass, catfish, crappie, and sunfish. Anglers will find a mix of river current, rocky shoals, and still‑water impoundments that respond well to both power fishing and finesse tactics throughout the year. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Distance to earth:391,988 kmProximity:32.2 %
Moon Phases for Calhoun
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minor Time:10:52 am - 12:52 pm
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Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
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Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
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Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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Fishing Overview Calhoun
Calhoun, Georgia fishing revolves around the Oostanaula River corridor and its feeder creeks, backed up by farm ponds and small public lakes scattered across Gordon County. The mix of flowing water and still water gives anglers consistent chances at largemouth and spotted bass, multiple catfish species, crappie, and panfish, with bonus shots at stripers, hybrids, gar, and carp when conditions line up.
Seasonal patterns start early on the Oostanaula. By late February into March, spotted and largemouth bass push to rocky banks, eddies, and shallow wood near creek mouths. Jigs, compact crankbaits, and 3–4 inch swimbaits fished slowly along current breaks are productive. Crappie stage in deeper eddies and outside bends, then slide to brush and laydowns as water temps approach the low 60s. Vertical jigging small tube jigs or marabou jigs just off bottom is a reliable approach. Catfish feed well on warming flats and along channel edges; cut shad or chicken-based baits on Carolina rigs pick off channel and blue cats.
Summer in the Calhoun area is defined by current and shade. On bright days, focus on the main Oostanaula channel, wing dams, bridge pilings, and shaded banks. Spotted bass hold tight to rock and fast seams; a 1/4–3/8 oz shaky head with a straight-tail worm or a small topwater walker at dawn can be outstanding. Largemouth orient more to wood cover in slower side channels, backwaters, and ponds. Flipping Texas-rigged creature baits and pitching wacky-rigged stick worms to visible cover is dependable. Night fishing is extremely effective in July–August: slow-roll black spinnerbaits, buzzbaits, or big ribbontail worms along shallow rock for bass and toss stink baits or cut bait into deeper holes for catfish.
In fall, baitfish migrate along the river and into creek arms, and predators follow. Look for surface activity where shad are pushed against banks or into pockets. Small crankbaits, spinnerbaits, and lipless cranks that match local shad sizes excel for bass and white bass. Crappie regroup on mid-depth brush and channel bends; target 8–15 feet of water with minnows or small plastics under fixed or slip floats. Catfish prowl along ledges and outside bends—anchor just upstream of sharp drops, cast multiple rods at different depths, and let scent carry with the current.
Winter fishing around Calhoun rewards slow, precise presentations. Bass stack on the deepest available rock, bridge foundations, and outside-bend ledges. Use jig-and-trailer combos, blade baits, and tight-wobbling crankbaits crawled slowly along bottom. Crappie concentrate in deeper holes; focus on small, natural-colored jigs and light line. Catfish still bite, especially on mild fronts—present smaller pieces of cut bait and give each hole more time before moving.
- Key habitats: river bends with visible current seams, riprap banks near bridges, submerged timber, brush piles in ponds, and shallow mud or sand flats adjacent to the main channel.
- Tactical tips: use heavier jigheads and sinkers when the Oostanaula runs high; downsize baits and lines in clear, low water. Polarized glasses help you read current and spot laydowns just under the surface.
- Access strategy: bank anglers should prioritize bridge crossings, public river pull-offs, and park shorelines, while small boats, kayaks, and jon boats shine for reaching secluded bends and backwaters.
Whether you’re local or visiting, a simple, high-confidence setup for Calhoun is a medium spinning rod with 8–10 lb line, a box of jigs and soft plastics, and a second heavier combo rigged for catfish or stripers with cut bait or live bait matched to local forage.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Calhoun area
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Calhoun. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Oothkalooga Creek - 2.06345561493km , Blackwood Creek - 4.36211221591km , David Pond - 4.98365220225km , Amakanata Lake Dam - 5.04158491544km , Graham Creek - 5.06407691454km , Cedar Hill Lake Dam - 5.13781951506km , Bow Creek - 5.87523198594km , Conasauga River - 6.36300570706km , Coosawattee River - 6.36300570706km , Crane Eater Creek - 6.64260418759km , Webb Lake Dam - 7.43157934776km , Lynn Creek - 7.86932482131km , Moss Land Lake Dam - 9.01681978618km , Memorial Lake Dam - 9.04222999798km , Robbins Creek - 9.12017994335km , Blue Springs Creek - 9.35294476603km , Dead Mans Branch - 10.42054889823km , Langford Lake Dam - 11.00558424993km , Vanns Creek - 11.94573318755km , Dews Lake Dam - 12.00305956392km , Salacoa Creek - 12.87292335516km , Pine Log Creek - 13.64815923961km , Shope Lake Dam - 14.02585265217km , Lake Myrtle Dam - 14.23226086568km , Jackson Branch - 14.33982532429km , Howell Creek - 14.71113664645km , Lake Marvin Dam - 14.72797354272km , Pocket Creek - 15.4575628144km , Jarrett Lake Dam - 15.60724372292km , Lick Creek - 16.08636949774km , Salacoa Creek Watershed Dam Number 62 - 16.09926465398km , Beaman Branch - 16.18192105028km , Lovejoy Creek - 16.24259913533km , Muck Creek - 16.53389913188km , Thomason Creek - 16.72284618342km , Beamer Creek - 16.89542362542km , Ballard Creek - 16.97035849882km , Noblet Creek - 17.1251741918km , Lane Lake Dam - 17.24519019098km , Self Lake Dam - 17.37313291768km
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