Black Sea Bass Fishing in Georgia
When black sea bass are caught across Georgia, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Black Sea Bass catch through the year
Recreational catch in Georgia by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching black sea bass in Georgia
Black Sea Bass catches in Georgia run hardest around May-Jun, with the strongest two-month windows in May-Jun and Mar-Apr. Anglers keep about 8% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Georgia fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch black sea bass in Georgia?+
Catches peak around May-Jun (May and June). The strongest two-month windows are May-Jun and Mar-Apr. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release black sea bass in Georgia?+
Across Georgia, about 8% of the black sea bass caught are kept and 92% are released. That works out to roughly 38K kept and 425K released in 2024.
How many black sea bass are caught in Georgia?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 463K black sea bass caught by recreational anglers in Georgia in 2024, making it the #7 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this black sea bass data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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