Pike County PFL

Pike County State Public Fishing Lake

Pike County State Public Fishing Lake is located 5 miles south of Troy, Alabama. This 45-acre lake is stocked with largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish. Amenities include Wi-Fi, a community archery park, restrooms, concessions, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier. A fishing license and State Public Fishing Lakes permit is required for ages 16 to 64. Licenses and permits are available from license agents located throughout the state, online, through the Outdoor AL mobile app, at county probate offices, or by calling (888) 848-6887. 

Location and Contact Information

200 Pike County Lake Road
Troy, AL 36079

The lake is located 5 miles south of Troy, Alabama, off County Road 39. From U.S. Highway 231 in Troy, take Alabama Highway 87 south for 2.75 miles. Take a right on County Road 39 for 1.75 miles. Take a right to Pike County Lake.

Lake Manager: Troy Parks & Recreation, (334) 674-2480

Hours of Operation

Open  6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. during the following dates.

• February 1 to December 12: Open six days each week (closed Wednesdays)
• December 13  to January 31: Closed

Fish Species

Largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and channel catfish.

Facilities

• 45-acre lake
• Wi-Fi
• Boat ramp
• Fishing pier (ADA Compliant)
• ADCNR Community Archery Park
• Restrooms
• Concessions, including bait, tackle, and snacks

Lake Maps

• Contour maps (183 KB)
• Open Interactive lake contour map To view the maps, check the “Fishing” box. Then click the plus icon to expand the choices. Check “Lake Contours” and “Lake Depths” and the contour maps will appear.

Licenses and Permits 

• Fishing license required for anglers ages 16 to 64
• $5 Fishing Permit required for anglers ages 12 and up (Includes launch of personal boat)
• $10 Boat Rental Permit (daily fishing permit also required)
• Fishing Licenses are available for purchase at the lake

Note

This information is subject to change without notice. 

For more information about each lake, please contact the lake manager; WFF's Fisheries Section at (334) 242-3471; or the appropriate District Fisheries Office.