Harris Reservoir (Lake Wedowee)
10,660-acre reservoir in east-northeast Alabama near Wedowee, in the Tallapoosa River drainage. Low fertility keeps bass condition modest, but Alabama lists good bass, sunfish and crappie fishing.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Often targeted around rocky points
Spotted Bass
Bluegill
Very good around the spring mayfly hatch (late May-August)
Redear Sunfish
Shellcracker
Crappie
Early spring around blow downs; summer night fishing at lighted docks
Yellow Perch
Recent arrival in the Tallapoosa drainage
Boat launches
1 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Harris Reservoir (Lake Wedowee) are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (Outdoor Alabama) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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Search more bait shops near Harris Reservoir (Lake Wedowee) ↗Local tips
- Work rocky points for largemouth bass.
- Bluegill and shellcracker bite well during the late May to August mayfly hatch.
- Some large boats and houseboats may be prohibited on the lake.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.