Monroe County Lake is a 94-acre public fishing lake intensively managed by DCNR biologists for largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish.

The lake is located 5 miles west of Beatrice off County Road 50. From Monroeville take Alabama Hwy 21 north to Beatrice, then left on Alabama Hwy. 265 for 1/4-mile, then left on Robbins Street (Co. Rd. 50) for 3-1/2 miles to Monroe County Lake. Ninety minutes from Montgomery, take I-65 south to exit 128 and go 17 miles on Hwy 10 to Awin and 20 miles south on Hwy 47 to Beatrice; right on Alabama Hwy. 265 for 1/4-mile, then left on Robbins Street for 3-1/2 miles to Monroe County Lake.

The hours of operation vary depending on the season, so contact the lake manager at (251) 789-2104 before planning your fishing trip.

Facilities include a boat ramp, restrooms, fishing pier, concessions and pavilion.

In addition to state fishing license requirements, a daily fishing permit is required for anglers age 12 and older.

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