Upper Bear Creek Reservoir

Spanning Multiple Counties

Stretching across 1,850 acres, Upper Bear Creek Reservoir can be found across Franklin, Winston, and Marion Counties. With proximity to Huntsville and Birmingham, local entertainment is never far away from this stunning lakeside getaway!

Life on the Water

With a variety of public boat ramps dotted along the shoreline of Upper Bear Creek Reservoir, you can launch off virtually anywhere on this expansive body of water! Popular among boaters of all kinds, you can venture into these waters in a motorized boat, a canoe, or a kayak.

New and seasoned anglers alike are bound to appreciate this massive lake for its variety of fish. Most commonly, however, you’re bound to catch black bass, crappie, catfish, and bream. Stretching across a large volume of land, this reservoir is home to trophy-sized bass, making it popular for competitive fishers!

Explore Huntsville

Renowned for the presence of NASA, Huntsville offers many different points of interest for anyone interested in space travel or rocketry. Its signature attraction, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, offers live shows, unique space memorabilia, and an observatory that gives visitors a first-hand look at the cosmos! With real-life rockets and space rocks, you can embody an astronaut as you tour this expansive facility.

Explore Birmingham

Home to the UAB Blazers, Birmingham offers a variety of shops, eateries, and activities to keep its residents and students entertained year-round! Perfect for groups of all ages, you can spend your day at the city’s signature zoo, interactive McWane Science Center, or treat yourself to an adults-only evening in the center of this impressive city.

Hospitals and Transportation

Just 15 miles away, residents can visit The Lakeland Community Hospital for 24/7 medical assistance.

For travel accommodations, you can locate the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport less than 120 miles or the Huntsville International Airport just 100 miles away.

Experience Upper Bear Creek Reservoir

Upper Bear Creek Reservoir is perfect for anglers, adventurers, and those looking to unplug and reconnect with nature. Surrounded by lush forests and wildlife, you can truly get lost in the gorgeous landscape of “Alabama the Beautiful” here!