Lake Guntersville
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) • Built 1939 • 69,100 surface acres • 890 miles shoreline
Lake Guntersville
Great Day on the Water
Level is right at normal conservation pool (-0.8 ft), water temp is a comfortable 78°f, light winds around 0 mph, no active algae or safety advisories.
What to Know About Lake Guntersville
Consistently rated the #1 largemouth bass lake in the southern United States by Bassmaster. Extensive hydrilla and milfoil grass beds produce extraordinary numbers of 5 to 10-pound bass. Lake Guntersville State Park lodge sits atop a high Appalachian bluff.
Boat Ramps & Usability
2 Ramps| Ramp / Access Point | Lanes | Fee | Usable Min Pool | Current Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Guntersville Main Public Ramp Paved deep-water concrete ramp with courtesy dock and lit parking. | 4 lanes | $5 - $10 day use pass | 580.0 ft | Open & Usable |
| Lake Guntersville Resort Marina Full service marina with marine mechanics, fuel dock, and rental fleet. | 2 lanes | Free for slip guests | 577.0 ft | Open & Usable |
Full-Service Marinas
1 MarinasLake Guntersville Resort Marina
Full service marina with marine mechanics, fuel dock, and rental fleet.
Fishing Regulations & Species
State Wildlife AgencyLicense Info: Alabama DCNR freshwater fishing license.
Regulations Summary: Top stop on the Bassmaster Elite Series.
View Official Wildlife Department Regulations →Lake Rules & Boating Safety
Commercial barge navigation channel active; obey river mile marker buoys.
Recent Community Reports
Washita river arm has excellent clear green water. Ran south to Wood Island this morning; no floating logs or hazards observed. Striper boils active off Soldier Creek.
Highport ramp had 4 lanes moving with zero wait. Dock hands assisted with tie-off. Sandbars near North Island are clearly visible in the sun.
Recommended Gear for Current Conditions
Heavy-Duty 3-Rider Towable Tube & Quick-Connect
Water temp is a warm 78°F—ideal for family tubing and towing.
USCG Approved Inflatable Life Vest (Auto-Hydrostatic)
Low profile, lightweight, and legally compliant for adult operators.
Castable GPS Fish Finder & Depth Transducer
Pinpoint submerged humps, river channel dropoffs, and school bait balls.
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Featured Lake Partners on Lake Guntersville
Texoma Pro Striper Charters
Full-day & half-day guided striped bass fishing on 24ft custom center consoles. All tackle, bait, and fish cleaning included. Departs from Highport Marina.
Call for Booking: (580) 555-0199Lakeside Pontoon & PWC Rentals
Premium 24ft tri-toons with 150HP outboards, Bluetooth audio, and bimini tops. Double-decker slide boats available for weekend island raft-ups.
Reserve Online / Call: (580) 555-0144Living on Lake Guntersville
Considering buying a lake cabin, dockable waterfront home, or retirement property on Lake Guntersville? Water levels, dock stability, and flood pool buffers are critical factors in waterfront valuation.
TVA operates Guntersville with consistent year-round lake levels within a narrow 2-foot band.
Guntersville, AL
$295,000Charming island-like town surrounded by water, boardwalks, and bait shops.
Connect with a Lake Guntersville Lakefront Specialist
Waterfront boathouses, bass angler retreats, and bluff-view mountain estates.