Guide To Fishing At Lake Tuscaloosa

AKA: Tuscaloosa Reservoir

Considered on of the tougher lakes for catching bass, Lake Tuscaloosa can also surprise you with some excellent days on the water. Alabama spotted bass are a treat here and often run in packs.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Rental Boats
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

This 5,900-acre reservoir located 5 miles north of Tuscaloosa in west-central Alabama has 177 miles of shoreline to explore. Marinas, as well as public and private boat ramps, provide boating access and services to anglers and pleasure boaters alike. Canoes and kayaks can be launched at several locations around the lake from areas where shoreline fishing is also available. Catfish, crappie bluegill and sunfish also make Tuscaloosa Reservoir their home, and are available for catching.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill and redear sunfish at Lake Tuscaloosa in Alabama.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Tuscaloosa

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Tuscaloosa Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

Pier 43 on Lake Tuscaloosa
Rentals: Pontoon boats
205 339-4415

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Binion Creek Landing Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, northeast side, at the north end of the US Highway 43 Bridge, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Sharpes Landing Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Sharpes Lake Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking

Click here for a Alabama Fishing License.