THAT’S A KEEPER!

Yesterday’s traditions. Today’s adventures. Tomorrow’s memories.

There’s fishing and then there’s catching.

People who know fishing know Alabama has a storied reputation for it. Those who are serious about their fishing know this is the place to catch the big ones.

And people who just love fishing? Well, they’ve found oh so much to love in Alabama!

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LAKE MARTIN

Along with its spring and fall popularity, it’s considered to be one of the best wintertime bass fisheries in Alabama.

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Gather your crew and hit the Alabama Bass Trail to START YOUR OWN ADVENTURE.

This Alabama tradition is sure to add keepers to your list of treasured memories.

The 13 lakes and rivers of the Alabama Bass Trail offer easy access and plenty of variety throughout the state. From north to south, Alabama has fishing opportunities for both serious anglers and those who love to wet a hook on the weekend. Lakes, rivers, dams and deltas offer such variety of open spaces, protected cover, solitude and adventure that it seems there truly is a spot for everyone. Whether on the lakes made famous for trophy bass and award-winning crappie or at a little-known honey hole catching trout for dinner, fishing in Alabama is a tradition. And it’s a fun one to share!

Winter Fishing Tips
Cooler temperatures hit the air soon as winter comes in to close out the year. Colder weather doesn’t just affect the land and air, but also the water. This makes for a different kind of [...]
Pickwick Lake
Pickwick Lake is between Wilson Dam in Florence, Alabama, and Pickwick Dam in Tennessee. Nearly 48,000 acres of water are home to many species of bass, most notably smallmouth bass. Pickwick has hosted many tournaments [...]
BBQ Trail
BBQ Trail Arguably the best thing to close out a great fishing day? Delicious and classic Alabama BBQ! With so many BBQ options to choose from within the trail, we have gathered up a handful [...]