🐟 What fish can you catch in Birmingham?

Most commonly caught species around Birmingham , AL : Largemouth bass - 12,332 reported catches Spotted bass - 2,848 reported catches Bluegill - 1,707 reported catches Channel catfish - 551 reported catches Black crappie - 400 reported catches .

Fishing in Birmingham, AL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Birmingham, Alabama?

Anglers in Birmingham , AL recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Purdy , Lake Dixie , Heather Lake , Ike Pond Slough , Little Cahaba River .

Q: 📢 What are the latest Birmingham fishing reports?

The latest Birmingham , AL fishing reports are: .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Birmingham?

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Alabama, United States

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Top fish species in Birmingham

Latest Birmingham fishing reports

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Oak Mountain Lake

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Fishing regulations in Birmingham

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Alabama can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching as of . To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Birmingham fishing

Anglers in Birmingham, AL recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Purdy, Lake Dixie, Heather Lake, Ike Pond Slough, and Little Cahaba River.

Most commonly caught species around Birmingham, AL:

Largemouth bass - 12,332 reported catches
Spotted bass - 2,848 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,707 reported catches
Channel catfish - 551 reported catches
Black crappie - 400 reported catches

The latest Birmingham, AL fishing reports are:

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Birmingham, AL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: