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West Point Lake
 

Surrounded by deep forests and rolling fields, West Point Lake extends 35 miles along the Chattahoochee River on the Alabama-Georgia state line. The lake's 500 miles of shoreline provides excellent opportunities for fishing, camping, boating and other recreational activities.

The construction of West Point Dam was authorized by the Flood Control Act of 1962.  Congress authorized the project for flood control; hydroelectric power; navigation; fish and wildlife development; and general recreation.

West Point Dam controls flooding of the river by managing seasonal variations in water flow. The project provides water storage for navigation on the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint Waterway, running 260 river miles from Apalachicola, Florida to Columbus, Georgia. The powerhouse's three generators produce enough power yearly to serve 24,000 homes.
 

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Local Area Information

Local area information is available at:

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Fishing Information

Designed as a recreation demonstration project, this lake has fishing piers for the handicapped and other special features.  Fishing is probably the most popular activity on West Point Lake. A dozen creeks and more than 40 square miles of lake provide plenty of good fishing spots for the thousands of anglers who fish here regularly. The lake abounds with bass, catfish, crappie and bream.  West Point Lake is World renowned for its "Lunker" Large Mouth Bass, "Giant" Hybrid Bass, "Slab" Crappie, and more recently "Monster" Striped Bass.

The West Point Lake public fishing piers at Hardley Creek Park, Rocky Point Park, and McGee Bridge Park provide excellent bank fishing locations. All of the piers provide access for persons with disabilities. Preteens and visitors with disabilities can also fish in a pond at Hardley Creek Park.

For more information call (706) 645-2937.

All state fishing guidelines apply on the lakes and rivers managed by the Corps of Engineers.  Listed below are links to state fishing regulations, licensing requirements, and state records.  The West Point Lake Project borders on the boundaries of Alabama and Georgia.  Make sure you know which state you are in when you venture out to ensure compliance with all state regulations.

Alabama
The following links direct you to Alabama Division of Wildlife and Freshwater fisheries pages:
            State fishing license information*
            State creel and size limits*
            State records*

Georgia 
The following links direct you to Georgia Department of Natural Resources pages:
            State fishing license information*
            State fishing regulations (including limits)*
            State records*            

Fishing license information may be found at: www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/freshwater/license/; annual fishing licenses are good for 365 days. Instant licensing is available via the Internet (2% fee), via the telephone by calling 1-888-848-6887 ($3.95 fee), or at 900 vendors and probate offices in Alabama. All youth age 15 and younger fish for free.

Possession and creel limits for Alabama public waters are listed at: www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations/

Fishing quality for black bass at West Point Lake is assessed from bass club tournament results at: www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/freshwater/where/reservoirs/quality/baitcurrent/.

If you are a member of a bass club, please consider being a part of our Bass Angler Information Team. The Division uses information from clubs to help better manage your lakes for fishing.
State fish management information and Alabama reservoir location, size and elevation are listed at: www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/freshwater/where/reservoirs/

The US Army Corps of Engineers has fishing, boating and camping information for West Point Lake at: http://westpt.sam.usace.army.mil/Default.htm and http://gorp.away.com/gorp/resource/us_nra/ace/ga_westp.htm

The State of Georgia provides information on West Point Lake. From georgiawildlife.dnr.state.ga.us/, go to "Fishing," "Places to Fish," and then "Georgia Reservoirs Fishing Prospects." They will list a link to "West Point" Lake.

Bass fishing reports West Point Lake may be available at: www.wmi.org/bassfish/reports/alabama/

Information about a local group concerned about West Point Lake may be found at www.westpointlakecoalition.org/
 

Boating Information

With its 525 miles of shoreline and 25,900 surface acres, West Point Lake is a boater's paradise. Boat launching ramps are located in 34 public recreation areas (including 4 leased areas) around the lake.  Some ramps charge a $3 boat launch fee. Two privately operated marinas provide fuel, storage, boat repair, rentals, supplies and other boater's needs.

Whether your preference is sailing, wind surfing, or power boating, West Point Lake is the place to be!!!
 

FOR YOUR SAFETY

When visiting West Point Lake, we recommend that you review the following safety messages for a safe and enjoyable time:

  • Be alert to underwater hazards such as submerged stumps, logs and rocks that are present in the lake.
  • Be especially careful when approaching the shoreline because depth of water will vary from time to time and place to place. 
  • Never dive into water of unknown depth.
  • Be alert to hazards such as poisonous plants, insects and snakes that inhabit the woodlands.
  • Keep children under close supervision at all times, especially when they are in or near the water.
  • Wear life vests at all times.
  • Do not use alcohol while in, on or around the water.
  • File a trip plan with someone to let them know where you will be and when you plan to return.
  • Swim in designated swimming areas. (In all other areas except those designated "no swimming," individuals may swim at their own risk.)
Do not overload your boat. Remember, safe boating is not overloading.
 
Camping Information

The Corps of Engineers operates and maintains six campgrounds at West Point Lake. Registered campers are entitled to the full use of campground facilities such as grills and tables, dump stations, laundries and showers.

Five of the Corps campgrounds are "fee campgrounds" with resident park attendants. The sixth (Ringer Campground) has no fee. Many of the fee campgrounds also offer boat ramps, fish cleaning stations, playgrounds, ball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and nature trails.

During the summer season, reservations are accepted at the fee campgrounds but are not required.   For Camping Reservations phone 877-444-6777 or reserve online at ReserveUsa.com.

The two marinas on the lake are privately owned and operated.