Moman Lake, Alabama: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  In Alabama, Moman Lake falls inside Blount County. It sits at 810 feet above sea level. Small at around 3 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. On size it sits at the modest end of our Blount County list. Horton sits 7.1 miles from here and is the nearest stop. It is 40 miles to Huntsville, the nearest city. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Moman Lake

  Our records carry no depth, so judge it from the bank. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Documented catches and surveys in the area cover green sunfish, blackside snubnose darter, bluegill, blacktail redhorse and banded sculpin. It is a record of sightings and surveys, so use it as a guide. At Moman Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  On the long-term average, July reads 78°F and January reads 40°F. Fishing runs all year, with summer the awkward season. The first and last hours carry the summer; the middle is slow. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Plan around that when you fish Moman Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  There is no clear statement anywhere on who can fish it. No made access appears within a short radius, so plan to park on a verge and walk. For the panfish, a small hook, a float and a piece of worm outfish everything fancy. Read any posted signs at the access point rather than assuming. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. Failing this one, try Spradlin Pond, 3.1 miles away. What applies at Moman Lake may have changed since it was mapped.