About the Lee County Public Fishing Lake
Lee County Public Fishing Lake is a 130-acre public fishing lake owned and operated by the State of Alabama. Fishing boats and trolling motors for rent and boat ramps available.
Fish Species
Largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, and crappie.
Location
Lee County Lake is located 6 miles southeast of Opelika (or 9 miles east Auburn). All information subject to change without notice. From Auburn: Moore's Mill Road (Lee Road 146) 9 miles from I-85, Lee County Lake on the right. From Columbus GA & Phenix City: Highway 80 to Crawford, turn right on Alabama 169, go 9 miles (Depress Motor Co.), turn left on Stringfellow Road (Lee Road 146), 1-1/2 miles to Lee County Lake on the left.
Hours of Operation:
Open sunrise to sunset:
- February 1 - June 30: Open six days each week. Closed Mondays.
- July 1, 2018 - November 18, 2018: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
- November 19, 2018 - January 31, 2019: Closed.
Facilities
Boat Ramp, Fishing Pier, Restrooms, Concessions (Bait, Tackle, and Snacks), Cabins
Licenses and Permits:
- Normal Fishing License Requirements Apply to Anglers Age 16 or Older*
- Daily Fishing Permit Required in Addition to License for Anglers Age 12 and Older $3.00
- Boat Rental Permit (Daily fishing permit also required) $5.00
- Launch Permit for Personal Boat (Daily fishing permit also required) $3.00