Newnans Lake
Newnans Lake is a 5,800-acre FWC Fish Management Area about two miles east of Gainesville. Catfish and bream are the most consistent fisheries.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Channel Catfish
Most consistent fishery
Bluegill
Bream fishery consistent
Redear Sunfish
Largemouth Bass
Bass over 8 lbs can go to TrophyCatch
Striped Bass
Crappie
Black crappie
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Earl P. Powers Park Boat Ramp/Fishing PierPublicRamp and pier; too low to launch at last report.Directions ↗
- Owen Illinois Park Boat RampPublicClosed by Alachua County because of low water at last report.Directions ↗
- 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 Newnans Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Newnans Lake ↗Local tips
- Ramps were too low to launch at last FWC report; check lake level.
- Catfish and bream are the most consistent bite.
- Tagged black crappie: keep the tag and call FWC (352-415-6958).
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.