Nottely Lake is a scenic 4,180-acre reservoir located in Union County, North Georgia, nestled within the Chattahoochee and Oconee National Forests. Created in 1942 by damming the Nottely River, the lake stretches approximately 20 miles upstream to Blairsville. With dimensions of about 102 feet wide and an average depth of 35 feet (reaching 98 feet at its deepest point near the dam), Nottely offers diverse fishing opportunities year-round. Approximately 70% of the shoreline is undeveloped and under U.S. Forest Service jurisdiction, creating a pristine natural setting. The lake features a 106-mile shoreline that provides excellent habitat for a variety of fish species. Beyond fishing, the reservoir serves multiple purposes including flood control for the Tennessee River watershed and power generation through a 15-megawatt generator installed in the 1950s.