You’ll find Lake Jordan 25 miles north of Montgomery, in the center of the action along the Alabama Bass Trail. This 6,800-acre impoundment on the Coosa River has 188 miles of shoreline dotted with public and private boat ramps, private marinas and popular recreation areas.

Jordan is known as a fertile lake for largemouth, spotted and striped bass and you’ll also find bluegill, crappie and catfish aplenty. Many consider the upcoming spring months to be the best time to hit the lake. The Mitchell Dam tailwaters near the upper end of the lake are lined with ample bank-fishing access, making it popular for casual recreational anglers. Water skiing, jet skiing and other water sports are popular here, too so it’s a great lake in summer for recreational fishing and for those who want to bring the family and enjoy a variety of activities on the water.

But don’t worry, Jordan offers a variety of opportunities for serious anglers, as well. The most common sport fish found in Lake Jordan are spotted bass, largemouth bass and striped bass, along with bluegill and crappie. Popular non-game fish include channel, blue and flathead catfish. Largemouth bass are more cover oriented and are usually caught by fishing near the shoreline. You’ll find spotted bass near structure and crappie around shallow woody debris. Bluegills and are often found along weed beds, backwater sloughs and in shallow coves.

While many say the most productive times to fish lake Jordan are during spring and fall, nighttime catfish and bass fishing can also be productive in the summer, too. If you’re looking for more direction, most local marinas have lake maps, tackle and bait. Setting out with one of the local guides is also a great way to learn the lake and the get the lay of the land.

Visitors find lodging and camping close by in Prattville, Wetumpka and other nearby towns.

Plan now for a spring visit to Lake Jordan and an Alabama Bass Trail adventure. We know you’ll have stories to tell – and lots of reasons to come back again and again.