Town(s):
Elkmont AL, Florence AL
County:
Size:
43100
acres
Average Depth:
30
feet
Maximum Depth:
59
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, Jet-skis, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply
Swimming:
Swimming Allowed, No Restrictions
Pickwick Lake runs 50 miles from Wilson Dam in Florence, AL to Pickwick Dam in Tennessee. When the lake is full during the summer, Pickwick provides 490 miles of winding shoreline and about 47,500 acres of water surface. Largemouth bass are one of the most sought after species by anglers; however, Pickwick Lake's greatest reputation is its superb smallmouth bass fishing. A 14-inch minimum size restriction limits harvest of smallmouth bass. One of the most popular smallmouth fishing areas is the "Shoals" section directly downstream of Wilson Dam to the end of Seven-Mile Island. Swift-moving waters from the Dam create a strong current in this area that smallmouth's love. The middle to lower reaches off Pickwick provide excellent habitat for both largemouth and smallmouth bass. Due to its stellar reputation, Pickwick Lake hosts a number of big name tournaments each year including FLW and B.A.S.S. events.
Water Quality:
No Known Issues
Vegetation Growth:
Moderate
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Fish Species:
Flathead Catfish, White Bass, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Carp, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Channel Catfish, White Catfish, Sunfish, Bluegill, Striped Bass
Boat Access:
Access for Power and Non-power Boats
Parking Spaces:
More than 40
Shoreline Development:
10-25%
