Limestone County Alabama is bound on three sides by water -- the Elk River to the north and west and the Tennessee River/Wheeler Lake Reservoir along the south. These waters are rich fishing grounds for recreational fishermen and play host to a variety of tournaments throughout the year. Wheeler Lake is rated as a top fishing reservoir abundant with largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, blue catfish, bluegill, sunfish and crappie.
The Elk River also serves as the Limestone County Canoe and Kayak Trail with Class 1 waters. This scenic river byway passes by pastoral lands, under historic bridges, and between towering bluffs. You can bring your own kayak or rent a kayak or standup paddleboard from the local outfitter.
Due to the Tennessee River/Wheeler Lake Reservoir and the Elk River being part of the Tennessee Valley Authority controlled river system - the levels are maintained year-round. Couple that with Alabama's climate - hitting the water to fish, boat, canoe or kayak, swim or just relax is possible pretty much year-round.
The Elk River also serves as the Limestone County Canoe and Kayak Trail with Class 1 waters. This scenic river byway passes by pastoral lands, under historic bridges, and between towering bluffs. You can bring your own kayak or rent a kayak or standup paddleboard from the local outfitter.
Due to the Tennessee River/Wheeler Lake Reservoir and the Elk River being part of the Tennessee Valley Authority controlled river system - the levels are maintained year-round. Couple that with Alabama's climate - hitting the water to fish, boat, canoe or kayak, swim or just relax is possible pretty much year-round.
Boat Ramps
Arrowhead/Limestone Creek Public Boat Launch Mooresville
Arrowhead Public Boat Launch
also known as Limestone Creek Boat Ramp
Mooresville, AL
34.60215309, -86.89186692
Lanes: 1
Security Lights: No
Dock: No
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: No
Spaces for Trailers: 20
Restrooms: No
also known as Limestone Creek Boat Ramp
Mooresville, AL
34.60215309, -86.89186692
Lanes: 1
Security Lights: No
Dock: No
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: No
Spaces for Trailers: 20
Restrooms: No
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Elk River Mills Boat Launch/Sportsman Park Shanghai Community
Elk River Mills Boat Launch/Sportsman Park
34.84734278, -87.11700618
Lanes: 2
Security Lights: No
Dock: 1
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: Yes
Spaces for Trailers: 20
Restrooms: No
34.84734278, -87.11700618
Lanes: 2
Security Lights: No
Dock: 1
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: Yes
Spaces for Trailers: 20
Restrooms: No
Map
Elk River North Public Boat Ramp Lee-Hi Boat Ramp
Elk River North Public Boat Ramp
34.80741206, -87.23360181
Lanes: 2
Security Lights: No
Dock: 1
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: Yes
Spaces for Trailers: 45
Restrooms: No
34.80741206, -87.23360181
Lanes: 2
Security Lights: No
Dock: 1
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: Yes
Spaces for Trailers: 45
Restrooms: No
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Limestone County Park/Lucy’s Branch Lucy's Branch Community
Limestone County Park/Lucy’s Branch
34.77776868, -87.21861362
34.77776868, -87.21861362
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Round Island Creek Public Launch Cowford Park
Round Island Creek Public Launch
Cowford Landing
34.68530006, -87.07024455
RV Camping is available at Limestone County's Cowford Landing.
Cowford Landing
34.68530006, -87.07024455
RV Camping is available at Limestone County's Cowford Landing.
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Easter Ferry Road Elk River
Easter Ferry Boat Ramp is off Alabama 127 on the south side of the Elk River.
Lanes: 1
Security Lights: No
Dock: No
Paved Road: No
Paved Parking: No
Spaces for Trailers: 5
Restrooms: No
Lanes: 1
Security Lights: No
Dock: No
Paved Road: No
Paved Parking: No
Spaces for Trailers: 5
Restrooms: No
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Hatchery Road Boat Ramp Elk River
Hatchery Road is off Alabama 99 on the north side of the Elk River.
Lanes: 1
Security Lights: No
Dock: No
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: No
Spaces for Trailers: 20
Restrooms: No
Lanes: 1
Security Lights: No
Dock: No
Paved Road: Yes
Paved Parking: No
Spaces for Trailers: 20
Restrooms: No
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Marina
Lucy's Branch Marina
6049 Bay Village Drive Athens, AL 35611
256-729-1322
www.lucysbranch.com
Tennessee River Mile Marker 287
Lucy's Branch Marina is nestled in north Alabama on the beautiful Tennessee River at Wheeler Lake. Wheeler Lake is the second largest lake in Alabama stretching nearly 70 miles.
256-729-1322
www.lucysbranch.com
Tennessee River Mile Marker 287
Lucy's Branch Marina is nestled in north Alabama on the beautiful Tennessee River at Wheeler Lake. Wheeler Lake is the second largest lake in Alabama stretching nearly 70 miles.
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Amenities
Lucy's Branch Marina offer a host of amenities here at Lucy's Branch Marina; dry stack, wet slips, fuel dock, transient docking, a ship's store, pontoon boat and accessory rentals, repair shop with mechanic, and in the summer season, the restaurant is open.
Elk River Canoe & Kayak Trail
The Limestone County Canoe and Kayak Trail is Class 1, Tennessee Valley Authority controlled waters - making for perfect year-round enjoyment. Learn more here
Tournaments
If you love angling... you'll want to check out these tournaments happening in Athens-Limestone Alabama.