The Black Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers have been important commercial waterways since the earliest settlers moved inland and built homes along the riverbanks. Today . . . historic sites, picturesque terrain, and abundant recreational opportunities welcome visitors year-round to the 457 mile-long pro...

Claiborne Lake is the most primitive of the Alabama River Lakes. Nestled in Alabama's southwest hill country, the lake encompasses over 60 miles of the Alabama River, stretching from the Claiborne Lock and Dam to Millers Ferry Lock and Dam. Although the lake remains mostly within the original river ...

Dannelly Reservoir boasts an area of about 27 square miles and a shoreline of more than 500 miles. Since opening in 1974, the lake and its surrounding parks have become a recreational center, offering excellent fishing, skiing, boating and hunting.Designed for year-round use, Dannelly has numerous c...

R.E. "Bob" Woodruff Lake stretches along 80 miles of the Alabama River and has an area of about 20 square miles. As its level fluctuates minimally, the lake is an ideal spot for recreationists. Woodruff Lake offers such activities as fishing, boating, water skiing, picnicking, camping, swimming and ...