Best fishing near Childersburg

7 fishing spots · 7 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Childersburg, Alabama — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 7 of 7 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Spring Lake
#1 Spring Lake
31.0 mi away
Spring Lake is located in the northwest corner of Alabama and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species including largemouth…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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Lake Purdy
#2 Lake Purdy Good
22.4 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 74°F · 5 mph wind
Lake Purdy is a popular fishing destination located in Alabama, USA. The lake is home to several species of fish, including largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill. Nearby…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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Hatchet Creek
#3 Hatchet Creek Fair
21.2 mi away
· Water 45°F · too cold, fish lethargic· Mostly Cloudy · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Hatchet Creek is a popular fishing area located in Alabama, USA. The creek is known for its abundance of fish species, including smallmouth bass, spotted bass, and redeye bass…
Why 46: live conditions (fair)
46Rated
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Double Oak Lake
#4 Double Oak Lake Good
22.5 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Mostly Cloudy · 74°F · 5 mph wind
Double Oak Lake is a popular fishing spot in Alabama, USA. It's home to various fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities include…
Why 46: live conditions (good)
46Rated
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Shades Creek
#5 Shades Creek Fair
37.5 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Mostly Cloudy · 74°F · 5 mph wind
Shades Creek is a popular fishing destination in Alabama, USA. Common fish species in the area include bass, catfish, and bream. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and…
Why 49: live conditions (fair)
49Rated
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Cheaha Lake
#6 Cheaha Lake Good
35.9 mi away
· Low water · fish concentrated· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 73°F · 5 mph wind
The Cheaha Lake fishing area in Alabama is a small lake located within Cheaha State Park. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, bass, and bluegill, making it a popular spot for…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
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Dye Creek
#7 Dye Creek Good
24.8 mi away
· Nearby flows near normal· Thunderstorms — get off the water· Slight Chance T-storms · 73°F · 5 mph wind
Dye Creek Fishing Area in Alabama is a popular spot for anglers to catch bass, bream, and catfish. Nearby, visitors can enjoy hiking trails and picnic areas. Fishing tips include…
Why 40: live conditions (good)
40Rated

Fishing near Childersburg

The Childersburg area has 7 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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