The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Upper Bear Creek Reservoir
Marion County, Alabama · about 1,020 acres (1.6 sq mi)
Calm this morning.
About Upper Bear Creek Reservoir
Upper Bear Creek Reservoir is a lake in Marion County, Alabama, covering about 1,020 acres.
From end to end it runs about 4.6 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 29 miles. The water sits about 800 ft above sea level. Bear Creek is right by the lake. The closest city is Decatur, about 42 miles away.
- Size
- About 1,020 acres (1.6 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 29 miles
- End to end
- About 4.6 miles
- Elevation
- About 800 ft
- County
- Marion County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 5:45 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Sunday Good
- 5:45 am – 8:00 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Alabama mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Largemouth bass
- Crappie
- Catfish
- Bluegill and sunfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:22 am · sunset 4:47 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Upper Bear Creek Reservoir
- Bear Creekon the shore
- Phil Campbellabout 2.7 mi northwest
- Haleyvilleabout 4.3 mi southeast
- Hackleburgabout 7.7 mi west
- Decaturnearest city, about 42 mi northeast
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Questions about Upper Bear Creek Reservoir
What fish are in Upper Bear Creek Reservoir?
Lakes like Upper Bear Creek Reservoir usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Upper Bear Creek Reservoir?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Upper Bear Creek Reservoir?
About 1,020 acres, with about 29 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Upper Bear Creek Reservoir?
Bear Creek is on the shore; Phil Campbell is about 2.7 miles northwest.
Is the water warm enough to swim in Upper Bear Creek Reservoir?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
Upper Bear Creek Reservoir on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
