Much of the J. Emmett Woods Public Fishing Lake's 84 acres, also known as the Washington County Public Lake, are surrounded by mixed second-growth forest with dense underbrush. The lawn around the concession stand and fishing piers is a picnic area with mature hardwoods and pines to provide shade. The access road on the southeast side of the lake and well worn footpaths on the southwest provide excellent access for birding. Anhingas, wading birds, Ospreys, and Bald Eagles are regular visitors to the lake. Orchard Orioles, Purple Martins, and Barn Swallows nest in the picnic area. Brown-headed Nuthatches, Hooded Warblers, and Eastern Towhees are found in the pines and underbrush.
Access: Free to birders; open February through November, sunrise to sunset, closed on Monday.
Contact J. Emmett Woods Public Fishing Lake
Contact J. Emmett Woods Public Fishing Lake
809 State Lake Rd.
Millry, AL 36558
Phone: 251-846-2512
Service Area
Services provided in:
- Washington County, Alabama
