The Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources manages 23 public lakes in 20 counties throughout the State.  One of these is the 94-acre Monroe County Public Fishing Lake located near Beatrice, AL.  This is a well maintained public facility that offers the perfect opportunity for fishing and other outdoor activities including walking, birding, and picnicking.  Concessions available at the lake include fishing tackle and other fishing supplies as well as drinks and snacks.  There is a launching ramp for fishermen with their own boat.  The lake also has a fishing pier that makes it easy to fish deep water if you do not have a boat.  This lake is a featured birding site on Alabama Birding Trails.

This public lake is located on CR 50 approximately four miles west of Beatrice, AL. (GPS coordinates 31.719634, -87.261111).

For additional details, including contact information, go to OutdoorAlabama.com/MonroeCountyPublicFishingLake.