Lake Lurleen, public reservoir located in Tuscaloosa County, in west central Alabama
Lake Lurleen is a reservoir in Tuscaloosa County covering about 250 acres with a maximum depth of about 48 feet. The water body was created by damming a small stream and features tree-lined shores and grassy banks where visitors can move about easily.
The lake was created in the late 1960s and has since become a gathering place for regional visitors. Its creation as a reservoir was part of a broader effort to secure water supply for the area while also establishing a public recreation destination.
The lake is named after Lurleen Wallace, Alabama's first female governor, who helped establish this park in the 1960s. The name connects visitors to local history and gives the place a personal link to the state's past.
The lake is easy to access and offers visitors multiple facilities including picnic areas, playgrounds, and swimming beaches around the water. Boat rentals and fishing access are available, with the lake open year-round and warmest months best for swimming and boating activities.
The lake is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bream, catfish, and crappie, making it a popular fishing destination. The area also serves as a wildlife viewing spot where visitors can observe turtles and birds up close.
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