On the GA/SC border there is a beautiful piece of nature that we ventured to find when searching for nice, clean places to fish from the bank (we have no boat after all). The old Highway 123 bridge that once existed has now been remade and the original bridge stands in two pieces, with one being on the SC state line and the other on the GA state line.
On the SC state line it's called simply the 123 Bridge area and offers access to the bridge only, which will suit those looking to fish just fine.
On the GA side the bridge can be found in an area called the "Stephens County Recreation Area" and offers a boat ramp, the fishing bridge, various fishing spots from shore, restrooms, picnic areas with tables and grills. This side is very well kept up and is much nicer than the SC side respectively.
To get to either area, simply drive down Hwy 123 until you get to the SC/GA border. There are signs for both areas. Coming from SC the 123 Bridge access will be on the left; if you want to keep going to the Stephens County Recreation area then drive over the new bridge and immediately afterwards you'll see signs for the area on the left.
Both are lovely for fishing however and the scenery is beautiful from either bridge. We watched a gorgeous sunset from here.
Tip: As part of Lake Hartwell, you can fish on either side with either license. This is one of the only bodies of water where both SC and GA have a reciprocal license agreement. Be aware though of what the creel / size limits are for each state as it may vary.
Also, the town of Toccoa, GA is only about 8 miles down the road from the bridge areas, so if you want to be near town access for food or other needs this fits the bill.
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