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Logan Martin Lake

Alabama

286Listings$5K-$2.8M$75.8MTotal Value
Logan Martin Lake, Alabama

Also known by the name Lake of a Thousand Coves, Logan Martin Lake real estate is considered the third largest market for lake homes and lake lots in Alabama.

There are typically around 130 lake homes for sale on Logan Martin Lake at any given time. The lake will usually have around 160 or so lake lots and land for sale.

This lake is one of Alabama's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 275 miles.

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About Logan Martin Lake

Located in Calhoun, St. Clair, Talladega Counties, Alabama

About 30 miles east of Birmingham, Alabama, on the Coosa River, in east-central Alabama, is where you'll find Logan Martin Lake. Alabama Power Company constructed this reservoir on the Coosa River, which covers 17,000 acres, in 1965. Locals call Logan Martin Lake, which is 48.5 miles long and has 275 miles of shoreline, "Lake of a Thousand Coves." Logan Martin Dam is on the lake's south side, and Neely Henry Dam is on the north. The lake ranges in depth from 35 to 110 feet, with a five-foot average difference in water level. Lake Logan Martin is great for swimming, boating, skiing, and some of the best bass fishing in the country.

On and Around the Water

Logan Martin Lake is also a recreational lake for you and the family to enjoy boating, fishing, skiing, and swimming. The lake is most popular with water traffic during the summer season. The fishing opportunities here are endless! The most popular caught species are largemouth bass and spotted bass, but striped bass, white bass, hybrid bass, crappie, catfish, bream, drum, carp, and gar are also present. This is also a popular spot to host fishing tournaments annually, which has put Logan Martin Lake at the top for percent success in bass fishing.

Explore Birmingham

Birmingham offers a variety of attractions, including the Birmingham Zoo, Birmingham Museum of Art, McWane Science Center, Top Golf, Birmingham Botanical Garden, and Red Mountain Park. If spending the afternoon shopping appeals to you, shopping centers like the Summit, the Galleria, and the Brookwood Mall are all within a reasonable distance. If you are into nightlife, you will find a great selection of bars and entertainment venues. Iron City Birmingham, The Tin Roof, and Avondale Brewing Company host a multitude of events.

Hospitals and Transportation

Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Clair- is located about 20 minutes from the area and provides 24-hour service. The nearest major airport is Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, located about 40 minutes from the area.

A Place to Call Home

If you enjoy being surrounded by the tranquil atmosphere of nature and soaking in breathtaking vistas, this is the spot for you. Whether you are looking for a family home, a full-time retirement home, or a vacation home in a secluded community and peaceful waters, Logan Martin Lake is a great choice for you! Escape to Alabama's wild side and take advantage of all that Logan Martin Lake has to offer.

Lake Overview

  • 275mi. of Shoreline
  • 35ft. Avg. Depth
  • 110ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    Mountains
  • Dam Name
    Neely Henry Dam, Logan Martin Dam
  • Year Built
    1964
  • Managed By Alabama Power Company
  • Water Drops
    5 ft
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    17,280
  • Public Boat Ramps
    5
  • Water Level
    Seasonal Full Pool
  • Schedule
    May-October

Information

  • Counties: Calhoun County, Saint Clair County, Talladega County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Striped Bass, Striped Bass Hybrid, White Bass
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Notable events: Riverside Poker Run, Float Yer Boat Regatta, and Logan Martin Lake Fest
  • Sailing clubs: Birmingham Sailing Clubs
  • Known for: many coves
  • History: Used for steamship navigation, named after William Logan Martin Jr. (AL judge/Attorney General)
  • Landmarks: Chapel in the Pines, The Rocks, Goat Island, Old Railroad Bridge

Restrictions

Amenities

Marinas
(205) 338-3403
1200 Knox Landing Rd
Pell City, AL 35128
147 Merrill Rd
Vincent, AL 35178
(205) 525-5521
1052 Coosa Island Rd
Cropwell, AL 35054
(205) 525-5114
1367 River Rd
Cropwell, AL 35054
(205) 525-5701
4600 Martin St S
Cropwell, AL 35054
(256) 268-0045
1036 Paul Bear Bryant Rd
Alpine, AL 35014
(205) 525-1500
6030 Martin St S
Cropwell, AL 35054
(205) 814-3988
141 Sundance Cir
Cropwell, AL 35054
(205) 525-5533
37 Marina Dr
Cropwell, AL 35054
Golf Courses
(205) 338-2066
2021 Golf Course Rd
Pell City, AL 35128
Campgrounds
(205) 525-5114
1367 River Rd
Cropwell, AL 35054
Knox Landing Campground
(205) 338-3403
1200 Knox Landing Rd
Pell City, AL 35128
(205) 525-5701
4600 Martin St S
Cropwell, AL 35054
(256) 268-0045
1036 Paul Bear Bryant Rd
Alpine, AL 35014

Nearby

Hospitals
(205) 338-3301
7063 Veterans Pkwy
Pell City, AL 35125
Airports
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
5900 Messer Airport Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35212
42 miles away
St. Clair Country Airport
240 Airport Road, Pell City, AL 35128
5 miles away