Lake Lurleen

Located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama

Stretching across 250 acres, Lake Lurleen can be found tucked away in the brush of Tuscaloosa County’s wilderness. This quiet reservoir sits just 25 minutes away from the University of Alabama and under an hour West of Birmingham, giving its residents plenty of options for a fun daycation.

Life on the Water

Situated in its namesake State Park, Lake Lurleen offers plenty of activities for residents and visitors alike. With a variety of trails that wind through 23 miles of Lake Lurleen’s forests, hikers have multiple levels of ease or difficulty to choose from. If relaxing by the water is more your speed, look no further than Lake Lurleen’s beach! Relax on the shoreline as waves peacefully crash nearby, or access the waters through one of the several boat launches that dot this reservoir for a day of fishing and exploring. A variety of fish make these waters their home, but anglers will most commonly catch largemouth bass, spotted bass, blue catfish, and white crappie. Outside of fishing, you can enjoy a refreshing swim in Lake Lurleen’s cool waters, or utilize one of its many picnic areas for a scenic lunch!

What's Nearby?

In under 20 minutes, residents of Lake Lurleen can visit the adjacent cities of Northport and Tuscaloosa. Home to the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa allows you to immerse yourself in traditional Southern football culture at Bryant-Denny Stadium, or shop your team’s merchandise along the campus’ quad! When you’re not attending a football game, learn more about the history of this iconic team at the Paul “Bear” Bryant Museum. Lending physical and photographic artifacts, this museum offers a hands-on educational experience about the highly-regarded legend of football! Are you looking to mingle with the local community of Northport? Visit the Kentuck Art Festival! Held each October, a variety of local vendors set up shop to share unique art pieces, homemade jewelry, and impressive craftsmanship that can’t be found anywhere else!

Hospitals and Transportation

Just 14.3 miles away, residents can visit the DCH Health System: Emergency Room for 24/7 medical assistance. For travel accommodations, you can locate the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in under 75 miles.

Experience Lake Lurleen

Lake Lurleen offers a traditional lake home experience with a Southern charm. Whether you choose to immerse yourself in local culture or spend your days by the water, you’re bound to fall in love with this hidden getaway!