Bankhead Lake

Flowing from Birmingham to Tuscaloosa

Stretching across three counties, this 9,200-acre reservoir flows from Tuscaloosa all the way to Birmingham. Just 15 miles west of Birmingham’s center, Bankhead Lake gives its residents a plentiful mix of lakeside and city living!

Life on the Water

Dotting the shoreline of this expansive lake are a variety of public and private boat landings, giving residents and visitors alike ample access to these calm waters. New and seasoned anglers alike are bound to receive good practice at this reservoir, as a variety of species make these waters their home. On any given day, you may catch largemouth bass, striped bass, crappie, rainbow trout, catfish, and various species of sunfish.

Bankhead Lake’s marinas offer a lot of amenities, including boat docking and storage, fueling facilities, launching ramps, bait, and supplies!

What's Nearby?

Bankhead Lake’s placement between Tuscaloosa and Birmingham offers plenty of opportunities for activities. Both being college towns, you can find endless places to eat, shop or play on or off campus.

Rich with history, the University of Alabama is home to a star-studded football team and a stunning campus waiting to be explored. Drive or walk through the scenic tunnel of trees that brushes past the quad, or venture through Midtown to shop locally with Tuscaloosa natives.

Home to the Blazers, Birmingham continues to add to their ever-growing campus life. Catch a game at the newly-built 2021 Protective Stadium, or wander through Uptown for Magic City’s finest dining spots! Outside of campus life, you can spend an evening with your family at the Birmingham Zoo, where mingling with your favorite animals is made easy. Whether you choose to tee off at Top Golf or bar-hop around this vibrant city, you’re sure to enjoy an evening on the town here!

Hospitals and Transportation

For any 24/7 medical needs, residents can visit DCH Health System: Emergency Room in Tuscaloosa, or UAB Hospital Emergency Department, Hospital Medical Center West, or Grandview Emergency Department in Birmingham.

For any travel accommodations, you can locate the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, just 10 minutes from the heart of Birmingham.

Experience Bankhead Lake

Bankhead Lake places you directly in the heart of “Alabama the Beautiful.” Rich with history, bustling city life, and gorgeous scenery, you will never run out of places to explore. Whether this is your future vacation home or permanent residence, we know you will fall in love with the South at Bankhead Lake!