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Where Is Lake Martin, Alabama

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You’ve heard the name and seen the jaw dropping pictures of this magical place, but just where is Lake Martin, Alabama? You’ve seen it on national news sites like MarthaStewart.com … Read more

7 Things To Do In Winter At Lake Martin

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Although Lake Martin is well known for its summertime boating fun, there are still so many fun things to do in winter at Lake Martin.  Yes, some of that fun … Read more

Fun Things To Do Around Lake Martin This Christmas Season

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The Lake Martin area is known for being a very special place during the Christmas season. We like to celebrate everything around here, and this happens to be one of … Read more

The 2022 Lake Martin Christmas Gift Guide

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Lake Martin is a great place to shop, and we have wonderful gift ideas in the 2022 Lake Martin Christmas Gift Guide

November 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report

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Surface Temperature: 67 Lake Level:  488.15 (You can always find the current lake level HERE.) Clarity:  ClearWell as predicted, October was an amazing fishing month here on Lake Martin.  The … Read more

Debunking the Myths About the Drawdown of Lake Martin

Martin Dam

On October 15th, 2022, the drawdown on Lake Martin will begin.  The “plug” will be pulled, and Lake Martin will start to lower.  It’s kind of like when you pull … Read more

6 Fun Things To Do During Fall at Lake Martin

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While many associate Lake Martin with summer vibes of swimsuits and flip flops, boating, and taking in all of the great watersports action, there are actually so many fun things … Read more

The CRATA Trails Around Lake Martin Offer Some of the Best Hiking in Alabama

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The CRATA (Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association) trails around Lake Martin are some of the best in the state.

One of Lake Martin’s Most Awesome Free Activities- D.A.R.E. Power Park

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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