Paynes Creek

Reed Creek, Georgia

Target Species: Largemouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Channel Catfish
Black Crappie
Bluegill
Redbreast Sunfish
Redear Sunfish
Water Type: Freshwater
Spot Type: Boat Ramp
Access: Boat
Amenities: Parking

About This Spot

Paynes Creek is a public boat ramp on Lake Hartwell near Reed Creek, Georgia. Anglers can target Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Black Crappie, Channel Catfish and Bluegill, among others. Facilities include parking. A fee applies.

GPS Coordinates

GPS (Degrees & Decimal Minutes)

N 34° 28.290' W 82° 57.701'

Decimal Coordinates

34.47150525206575, -82.96168160841944

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