The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lower Williams Lake
Newton County, Georgia · about 830 acres (1.3 sq mi)
Windy Friday (15 mph NW).
About Lower Williams Lake
Lower Williams Lake is a lake in Newton County, Georgia, covering about 830 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.3 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 10.9 miles. The water sits about 700 ft above sea level. Oxford lies about 3.8 miles to the southwest. Stonecrest, the nearest city, is about 18 miles west.
- Size
- About 830 acres (1.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 10.9 miles
- End to end
- About 3.3 miles
- Elevation
- About 700 ft
- County
- Newton County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Fair
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise
- 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 15 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in Georgia, largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Catfish
- Bluegill and sunfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:05 am · sunset 5:33 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lower Williams Lake
- Oxfordabout 3.8 mi southwest
- Walnut Groveabout 4.3 mi northwest
- Social Circleabout 4.5 mi east
- Covingtonabout 4.7 mi southwest
- Stonecrestnearest city, about 18 mi west
Prices and availability come from booking partners; we may earn a commission at no cost to you.
Questions about Lower Williams Lake
What fish are in Lower Williams Lake?
Lakes like Lower Williams Lake usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lower Williams Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lower Williams Lake?
About 830 acres, with about 10.9 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lower Williams Lake?
Oxford is about 3.8 miles southwest; Walnut Grove is about 4.3 miles northwest.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Lower Williams Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Lower Williams Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
