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Wheeler Reservoir

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Wheeler Reservoir is Alabama's second largest reservoir, spanning 60 miles from Guntersville Dam to Wheeler Dam near Rogersville in north central Alabama. This Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) lake covers approximately 67,000 acres with over 1,000 miles of shoreline. The reservoir features distinct sections with varying characteristics: the upper end is a run-of-the-river section as it flows past Huntsville and begins to spread out near Decatur; the middle section offers abundant stump flats, weed beds, and creek channels; while the lower end is characterized by steep banks and long points. This diversity of habitats makes Wheeler Reservoir a premier destination for anglers seeking a variety of freshwater game fish.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Wheeler Reservoir. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Elk River Lures

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Lucy's Branch Marina

Lucy's Branch Marina

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Wheeler Dam Market

Wheeler Dam Market

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Know where you can legally fish on Wheeler Reservoir

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Alabama licenses and regulations

Alabama Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Alabama Fishing License 

A License Information Packet can be viewed for each license for information, laws and regulations. 

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Alabama Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Alabama Stream Access Laws

The public can float waterways that meet various standards, but generally include all those capable of floating commercial logs outside of flood seasons. Boaters may not walk on private streambeds or access navigable waters through private lands, unless there is no posted signage stating the land is private. Portage is only permitted in an emergency. 

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Take Wheeler Reservoir with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Wheeler Reservoir to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Wheeler Reservoir to find where and when fish are biting for you.

  • HD depth charts from Garmin

    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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