Fishing near Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery County, population 200,603.
- 9 milesto nearest paged water
- 0listed ramps nearby
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Montgomery for visiting anglers
Census 2020 put 200,603 residents in the city of Montgomery, Montgomery County. About 9 miles northwest puts you on Woodruff Lake, the closest guided water.
Jackson Lake Island Park on Woodruff Lake, about 8 miles away, is fished from land.
Census 2020 population and Gazetteer point for Montgomery; miles are straight lines.
Reservoirs a short tow from Montgomery
| Lake | Distance | Acres (source) | Kind | ADCNR ramps | Fish named |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodruff Lake | 9 miles northwest | 12,510 (ADCNR) | U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir | 1 | largemouth bass, alabama bass, striped bass |
USGS NHD lake outlines, ADCNR reservoir pages and the ADCNR WFF ramp list; read November 1, 2026.
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- Tallapoosa River12 miles, ADCNR river page, 1 bank or pier site, 216 mi of NHD channel inside Alabama
River stage around Montgomery
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Catoma Creek Near Montgomery Al | 1 cfs, 1.39 ft gage height | Nov 12 12:15 am |
| Alabama River At Montgomery Al | 21.94 ft gage height | Nov 11 11:30 pm |
| Tallapoosa River Near Mont.-mont. Water Works | 2,040 cfs, 4.64 ft gage height | Nov 12 12:15 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Nov 12, 2026 12:34 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
USGS NHD flowlines, ADCNR river pages, ADCNR ramp lists and USGS gauges; read November 1, 2026.
Where to launch near Montgomery
Listed ramps past 12 miles from Montgomery
- Wetumpka City Ramp on Woodruff LakeWoodruff Lake, 13 miles north
- Camp Rotary (State Ramp) on Lake JordanLake Jordan, 19 miles north
- Bonner's Point boat ramp on Lake JordanLake Jordan, 20 miles north
- Kowaliga boat ramp on Lake MartinLake Martin, 33 miles northeast
- Higgins Ferry boat ramp on Mitchell LakeMitchell Lake, 37 miles north
Piers and banks within reach of Montgomery
- Jackson Lake Island Park on Woodruff Lakefishing pier, Private, 8 miles
- Pirtles Puddlefishing pier, Private, 9 miles
- Cooters Pond Park on Woodruff Lakefishing pier, City of Prattville, 10 miles
- Gunter Hill Campground on Woodruff Lakefishing pier, US Army Corps of Engineers, 11 miles
- Gold Star Park on Coosa Riverbank access, City of Wetumpka, 13 miles
- Pratt Park on Autauga Creekbank access, City of Prattville, 14 miles
ADCNR WFF boat ramp list, coastal boating access and fish-from-the-bank map; read November 1, 2026.
Shops and captains serving Montgomery
Tackle stores by Montgomery
- Marina Riverfrontmarina, Montgomery, 4 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Montgomerysporting goods store, Montgomery, 7 miles
- Academy Sports + Outdoors Prattvillesporting goods store, Prattville, 11 miles
- Bass Pro Shops Prattvillesporting goods store, Prattville, 11 miles
- Tackle Niibait and tackle shop, Montgomery, 13 miles
- Stoddard Bait and Tacklebait and tackle shop, Wetumpka, 14 miles
- Big Bass Bait & Tacklebait and tackle shop, Prattville, 15 miles
Yellow Pages listings (miles only for shops with an exact point) and guide or charter business pages; read November 1, 2026.
State record catches around Montgomery
| Species | Weight | Water | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellow perch | 2 lbs., 2 oz. | Yates Lake | 3/7/15 |
Alabama state record lists kept by ADCNR (Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division for freshwater; Marine Resources Division State Record Fish Committee for saltwater) (freshwater, saltwater), read November 1, 2026. Waters within 40 miles.
Creel and size rows on a Montgomery trip
For 2026-27 the freshwater annual is priced at $17.45 in state and $68.20 for nonresidents.
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Black Bass | 10 a day | open all year |
| Walleye | 2 a day | open all year |
| Sauger | 5 a day; 15 inches TL minimum | open all year |
| White Bass | 15 a day | open all year |
| Yellow Bass | 15 a day | open all year |
| Saltwater Striped Bass and Hybrids or Combinations | 15 a day | open all year |
| Crappie | 30 a day; 9 inches TL (exemptions apply) minimum | open all year |
| Yellow Perch | No daily limit | open all year |
| Catfish (under 34 inches) | No daily limit | open all year |
| Catfish (over 34 inches) | 1 a day | open all year |
| Bream | 50 a day | open all year |
| Rainbow Trout | 5 a day | open all year |
| Alligator Gar | 1 a day | open all year |
| Sturgeon | Closed Season | Closed season (immediate release) |
| Paddlefish or Spoonbill | Closed Season | Closed season (immediate release) |
| Skipjack Herring | 50 a day | open all year |
Limits as printed in the Official 2026-2027 Alabama Hunting and Fishing Digest (ADCNR, eRegulations edition) (limits page; digest PDF), read November 1, 2026. Lake, river and coastal pages print any water exception.
A short drive from Montgomery
Places a short drive from Montgomery
- Pike Road10 miles
- Coosada11 miles
- Redland12 miles
- Emerald Mountain12 miles
- Millbrook12 miles
The county around Montgomery
- Montgomery Countyseat: Montgomery
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A picture guide to fish at Montgomery
Photo: USFWS Mountain-Prairie, Public domain
Photo: USFWS Mountain-Prairie, Public domain
Photo: Watts, CC BY 2.0
Photo: USFWS Mountain-Prairie, Public domain
Basing a fishing trip in Montgomery: your questions
Which reservoir or lake guide is nearest to Montgomery?
Woodruff Lake, 9 miles northwest.
Where do bass boats from Montgomery usually splash?
Listed ramps start beyond 12 miles.
Where can a Montgomery family cast without a boat?
Jackson Lake Island Park on Woodruff Lake, 8 miles away.
Which listed shop near Montgomery sells bait and fresh line?
Marina Riverfront, 4 miles away.
Which Alabama county takes in Montgomery?
It is in Montgomery County.
What do out-of-state anglers pay to fish near Montgomery?
Visitors pay $68.20 for the nonresident annual freshwater license.
Where is the widest lake near Montgomery?
Woodruff Lake, about 12,510 acres, 9 miles away.
Which Alabama town guide sits nearest Montgomery?
By distance: Pike Road (10 miles), Coosada (11 miles) and Redland (12 miles).
Has a lake near Montgomery produced an ADCNR state record?
Yellow perch, 2 lbs., 2 oz., from Yates Reservoir.