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
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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
Make Memories This Father’s Day With These Two Unique Experiences
Father’s Day is coming up and let’s face it-guys can be so hard to buy for. However, your dad is a special guy and has been there for you your … Read more
A Summer of Live Music at Lake Martin
Summertime is here at Lake Martin! Which also means its time to kick off our full schedule of live music and concert series. We love live music here at Lake … Read more
Do You Need A Boating License In Alabama?
So you’ve booked the trip, and feel like everything is prepared. You have found a place to stay, and even rented a boat to have waiting on you once you … Read more
Lake Martin’s Most Famous Landmark- Chimney Rock
Chimney Rock is easily one of the most iconic landmarks at Lake Martin, Alabama. Located near the Ridge Marina, it is easily recognized by its colorful graffiti and usually a … Read more
May 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report
Lake Level: 490.2 Surface Temp: 71 -72 degreesWater Clarity: Mostly clear to very light stain Looking back the last 30 days for me and my team of guides at Alex … Read more
The Magical Thing That Happens on the Tallapoosa River Between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Spring is in the air and everything is coming to full bloom at Lake Martin! But something particularly magical happens between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day every year. The famous … Read more
Spotting Bald Eagles At Lake Martin
Photos by: John Denney Everyone loves Lake Martin for their own reasons. Most will tell you how awesome it is to be out on the water, whether on a boat, … Read more
Planning a Family Reunion at Lake Martin
The last couple of years have taught us many things. One of the main things I have taken away from the pandemic is to treasure the time I have with … Read more
April 2022-Lake Martin Fishing Report
Surface Temperature: 62-64Lake Level: 489.58 (As of April 5-You can always keep up with the current lake level here.) Clarity: Slightly stained Lake Martin fishing in April has always been … Read more
Staying at a Cabin on Lake Martin
In a world of hotels and Airbnb’s, there is no shortage of unique places to stay when visiting Lake Martin. However, there is just something charming about sleeping in a … Read more
