Lake Oconee
Georgia
Lake Oconee real estate is considered the third largest market for lake homes and lake lots in Georgia.
There are typically around 500 lake homes for sale on Lake Oconee at any given time. The lake will usually have around 120 or so lake lots and land for sale.
This lake is one of Georgia's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 374 miles.
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Conveniently Located Near Atlanta, Augusta, and Athens
Lake Oconee covers about 19,000 acres with 374 miles of shoreline in Greene, Morgan, and Putnam counties in Georgia. It is conveniently located approximately 60 miles away from Atlanta and Augusta and about 30 miles from Athens, home of the University of Georgia.
Life on the Lake
Lake Oconee is known for its good fishing waters. Anglers frequently catch largemouth bass, white bass, striped bass, hybrid striped bass, crappie, and catfish. Fish in Lake Oconee can grow to massive sizes, with the record fish record being an almost 70-pound blue catfish.
People enjoy all types of boating on Lake Oconee, from kayaking and canoeing to motor boats and jet skis. There are plenty of boat rental services and boat ramps around Lake Oconee, so no matter where you are around the lake, you can get in the water.
Water sports such as swimming, wakeboarding, and waterskiing are also enjoyed here. Lake Oconee is a popular destination for camping, hiking, and picnicking as well.
The Oconee National Forest offers miles of hiking and equestrian trails within the forest and one trail for dirt bikes and four-wheelers.
In the City
Lake Oconee is surrounded by plenty of things to do when you aren’t on the lake, like the numerous golf clubs and state parks.
Restaurants around Lake Oconee include Georgia’s, Lake Oconee Bistro, and Richland Pointe.
Nearby Lake Oconee is Liberty Truck and Tractor Pull, a tractor-pulling course. Here families can watch what is known as the “world’s heaviest motorsport,” or tractor pulling; modified tractors compete in pulling sheets of metal along a dirt course.
You can also spend time in nearby Atlanta, where you can visit the World of Coca-Cola, Piedmont Park, and the Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Some of Atlanta’s best restaurants include Atlanta Breakfast Club, Aria, and Poor Calvin’s.
Emergencies
Atlanta is home to Emory Saint Joseph Hospital and the Atlanta International Airport in case of emergency situations.
A Lake Full of Activity
Lake Oconee is the dream lake for people who want a lively, exciting lake experience!
Overview
- 374mi. of Shoreline
- 95ft. Deepest Depth
- Year Built 1979
- Managed By Georgia Power Company
- Ownership Public
- Acreage 18,971
- Public Boat Ramps 11
- Water Level Full Pool Year Round
Information
- Counties: Greene County, Morgan County, Putnam County
- Fish: Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Striped Bass Hybrid, White Bass, White Crappie
- Condos available (Yes)
- Sailing clubs (Yes)
- Interesting facts: Creek Indian word meaning "Great Waters"
- Known for: Largemouth Bass fishing
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