The 2 Best Places to Go Fishing in Dothan

As any local knows, Alabama boasts some of the best fishing spots in the South. The Dothan area has two great locations that any seasoned angler will appreciate.

Lake Tholocco

Of the six different lakes around Fort Rucker, Lake Tholocco is perhaps the most popular. The lake is about 40 minutes from town. It offers two fishing piers, one on West Beach and one on East Beach, and you can also fish from the shore. Some of the finds here include largemouth bass, catfish, and crappie.

This lake allows night fishing. So long as it’s properly lit, you can even take a boat out at night. Boaters here must complete a safety course, and anyone 16 and older must have a state fishing license and a fishing permit.

Lake George W. Andrews

Another popular spot, this Georgia lake is a short 30-minute drive from Dothan. While fish are more scarce here, it’s the size of the fish that draws people in. Largemouth bass around 7 pounds are common, and they’ve been known to go over 10 pounds. Bluegill and catfish can be found here as well.

Since it’s a narrow body of water, and popular among pleasure boaters and water-skiers, anglers should avoid the high-traffic hours and stick to morning or late afternoon fishing. Weekends can get pretty crowded as well. Fishing licenses are required for those 16 and up, and out-of-staters pay significantly more than Georgia residents, so you may want to look into fishing spots on the Alabama side of the lake.

Fishing has it all, from relaxation and quiet time to excitement and thrills. Grab those poles, put up that “Gone Fishin'” sign, and hit one of these Dothan-area hotspots today!

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