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Fishing in Tuscaloosa, AL

Alabama, United States

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Top fish species in Tuscaloosa

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Largemouth bass

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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Hybrid striped bass

Bibb County Lake

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Hybrid striped bass

Bibb County Lake

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Redear sunfish

McKelveys Lakes

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Green sunfish

McKelveys Lakes

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Creek chub

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Redear sunfish

Browns Spring

6 in · 2 oz

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Creek chub

Browns Spring

5 in · 2 oz

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About Tuscaloosa fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 1,675 catches for Largemouth bass, 598 catches for Spotted bass, and 250 catches for Bluegill.

7-day weather forecast in Tuscaloosa

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73 °F50 °F

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78 °F54 °F

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Fishing regulations in Tuscaloosa

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 species as of May 5, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Tuscaloosa fishing

Anglers in Tuscaloosa, AL recommend these top fishing spots: William Bacon Oliver Lake, Lake Tuscaloosa, Northwood Lake, Mill Creek, and Browns Spring.
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