Bear Creek Reservoir
Bear Creek Reservoir (Big Bear) is a 670-acre lake about 20 miles southwest of Russellville. Alabama Outdoors lists Florida-strain largemouth bass, channel catfish, bluegill and crappie.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
including Florida strain
Crappie
Bluegill
Channel Catfish
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Piney Point and Horseshoe BendPublicEach campground has a public access area for launching boatsDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Bear Creek Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (Outdoor Alabama) ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Bear Creek Reservoir ↗Local tips
- In summer, adequate oxygen is limited to the top eight feet.
- Two campgrounds offer boat access.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.