Lamar County PFL

Lamar County State Public Fishing Lake

Lamar County State Public Fishing Lake is located 8 miles west of Vernon, Alabama. This 68-acre lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, crappie, and hybrid striped bass. Amenities include restrooms, concessions, a boat ramp, fishing pier, cabins, and campsites. A fishing license and State Public Fishing Lakes permit is required for ages 16 to 64. Licenses and permits are available from license agents located throughout the state, online, through the Outdoor AL mobile app, at county probate offices, or by calling (888) 848-6887. 

Location and Contact Information

455 Fishing Lake Road
Sulligent, AL 35586

The lake is located 8 miles west of Vernon on Alabama Highway 18 in Sulligent, Alabama. From Vernon, take Alabama Highway 18 west for 9 miles. Take a right on County Road 21 for 5.5 miles. Take a left on Fishing Lake Road to Lamar County Lake.

Lake Manager: Kathy Parker, (205) 695-8283

Hours of Operation

Open sunrise to sunset during the following dates.

• February 1 to June 30: Open six days each week (closed Tuesdays)
• July 1 to November 24: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
• November 25 to January 31: Closed

Fish Species

Largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, crappie, and hybrid striped bass.

Facilities

• 68-acre lake
• Boat ramp
• Fishing pier (ADA Compliant)
• Pavilion
• Restrooms
• Concessions, including bait, tackle, and snacks
• Cabins and campground

Lake Maps

• Contour maps (PDF 189 KB)
• Open Interactive lake contour map To view the maps, check the “Fishing” box. Then click the plus icon to expand the choices. Check “Lake Contours” and “Lake Depths” and the contour maps will appear.

Licenses and Permits 

• Fishing license required for anglers ages 16 to 64
• $5 Fishing Permit required for anglers ages 12 and up (Includes launch of personal boat)
• $10 Boat Rental Permit (daily fishing permit also required)
• Fishing Licenses are available for purchase at the lake

Note

This information is subject to change without notice. 

For more information about each lake, please contact the lake manager; WFF's Fisheries Section at (334) 242-3471; or the appropriate District Fisheries Office.