The CRATA Trails Around Lake Martin Offer Some of the Best Hiking in Alabama
The CRATA (Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association) trails around Lake Martin are some of the best in the state.
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6 Things You Need To Know Before Your First Tent Camping Experience
This is it! You’ve decided to take on the big outdoors! Camping is the perfect way to connect with nature, relax, and unwind – making it one of my favorite … Read more
Lake Martin/Alexander City and Auburn/Opelika’s All in One Ticket
When I travel, I am always looking for ways to save money. I mean seriously, who doesn’t enjoy being able to experience all an area has to offer, and knowing … Read more
6 Unique Places to Catch a Famous Lake Martin Sunset
Picture this. Your day is coming to an end and you start to reminisce of your time at Lake Martin. The cicadas begin to buzz as the sun lowers behind … Read more
September 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report
Surface Temperature: 86Lake Level: 490.3 (You can always find the current lake level HERE) Clarity: Clear to very clear Looking back over the summer bite I can honestly say the … Read more
One of the Top 10 Glamping Experiences in America-The Destination
Photo credit: John Denney Checking in at #6 on USA Today’s recent 10Best poll, The Destination is one of the top 10 glamping spots in America, and you don’t need … Read more
One of Lake Martin’s Most Awesome Free Activities- D.A.R.E. Power Park
Lake Martin is a lake lover’s dream playground-with almost 900 miles of shoreline and more than 40,000 acres of stunning views. With so many great places to see and things to do at Lake Martin, it may be difficult to even know where to start. One stop you absolutely have to put on your list through is D.A.R.E. Power Park, which is located right on the shores of Lake Martin
Fishing For The Unique Tallapoosa Redeye Bass
While Lake Martin is well known for its fishing, and is a hotspot for spotted, largemouth, and striped bass, a very special fishing experience awaits in the water that feeds … Read more
A Visit to The Landing at Parker Creek
Built completely out of bright orange shipping containers, The Landing at Parker Creek is one of the most unique and popular hangout destinations on Lake Martin! Owned by renowned sports … Read more
August 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report
Lake Level: 490.4 Full Pool (You can always get the most up to date lake level here.) Surface Temp: 90 Clarity: Clear Oh man-In July, not only did we have … Read more
Bushwackers-The Unofficial Official Drink of Lake Martin
History of the Bushwacker The “Bushwacker” was invented in 1975 at Sapphire Pub in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. It is credited to be the creation of a bartender by the … Read more
Understanding Buoys on Lake Martin
While we all want to be out enjoying Lake Martin to the fullest, the most important thing is to learn how to do that safely. Lake Martin is unique in … Read more
Public Beaches at Lake Martin
Summer is here, and it’s that time of year when you have to look inside yourself and ask the all-important question…….. Are you Team Beach or Team Lake? How you … Read more
5 Local Breakfast Spots in the Lake Martin Area That You Have To Try
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Your days at Lake Martin are sure to be full of adventures, but you will definitely want to … Read more
July 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report
Water Level: 490.38 You can always see the current water level here. Surface Temperature: 90Clarity: Clear Hey everyone! June was an awesome striper catching month-as you see in a small … Read more
Where to Watch Fireworks at Lake Martin on 4th of July Weekend
At Lake Martin, we love going big on all holidays. I do mean every single holiday….. sometimes we even make up our own (ever heard of Plug Day?) We love … Read more
Peanut Point-The Best Boiled Peanuts on Lake Martin
Peanut Point is a classic summertime favorite at Lake Martin, Alabama! Their claim to fame is having the best boiled peanuts on Lake Martin since 1988. For generations, boaters and … Read more
The Best Lakeside Pizza on Lake Martin-Chuckwalla’s Pizza at Chuck’s Marina
When you’re out for a day on Lake Martin, you are sure to hear about Chuck’s Marina. Sure-it is a stop along the way to fuel up the boat, but … Read more
A Few of our Favorite Lake Martin Islands
While out boating on the beautiful waters of Lake Martin, Alabama, you have probably noticed that there are quite a few islands around – but did you know that many … Read more
June 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report
Surface Temperature: 82.5Water Level: 490.37 (You can always find the current water level here.)Clarity: Clear to Very Clear Well as you already know, spring has wound down and temperatures have … Read more