There are many beautiful lakes in Alabama. In fact, some are so beautiful that after one visit, you just might want to pack up and move. The following nine lake towns in Alabama are home to some of our most beautiful lakes. They’re definitely worth a visit. And who knows? You might eventually make one of them your new home.

1. Eufaula
Eufaula, AL, USA
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Eufaula, the largest city in Barbour County, is situated atop of a bluff that overlooks Lake Eufaula, which covers 45,000 acres. Lake Eufaula is best known as the "Bass Fishing Capital of the World."
2. Guntersville
Guntersville, AL, USA
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Guntersville, the county seat of Marshall County, is located along the shores of Lake Guntersville. At 69,000 acres, Lake Guntersville is Alabama's largest lake.
3. Coker
Coker, AL 35452, USA
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The town of Coker, which is located near Tuscaloosa, is home to Lake Lurleen State Park. The main feature of this state park is of course Lake Lurleen. Lake Lurleen was named after Lurleen Wallace, Alabama's only female governor (at the time).
4. Alexander City
Alexander City, AL, USA
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Alexander City, located in Tallapoosa County, is situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Martin. Lake Martin covers 44,000 acres and has approximately 750 miles of shoreline, which consists of restaurants, marinas, Wind Creek State Park, and more.

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5. Crane Hill
Crane Hill, AL 35053, USA
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Crane Hill, an unincorporated community in Cullman County, is located along the shores of Lewis Smith Lake. Lewis Smith Lake, which is best known as "Smith Lake" to the locals, covers 21,200 acres and has 500 miles of shoreline. Smith Lake in Alabama is also one of the cleanest lakes in the U.S. Over the years, Smith Lake has become one of the state's top getaway spots, which ultimately makes Crane Hill one of the best lake towns in Alabama.
6. Pell City
Pell City, AL, USA
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Pell City, the county seat of St. Clair County, is the "Gateway to Logan Martin Lake." It's also one of Alabama's fastest growing communities and a charming place to call home. In addition to fishing, Logan Martin Lake offers boating, skiing and swimming.
7. Wedowee
Wedowee, AL 36278, USA
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The town of Wedowee, which means "old war" in Creek language, is home to Lake Wedowee. Attracting thousands of visitors yearly, Lake Wedowee is the town's main attraction.
8. Cedar Bluff
Cedar Bluff, AL 35959, USA
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Cedar Bluff, located in Cherokee County, is situated on Weiss Lake's north shore. Because Weiss Lake has such an abundance of crappie fish, Cedar Bluff is known as the "Crappie Capital of the World."
9. Gadsden
Gadsden, AL, USA
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Gadsden, the county seat of Etowah County, is one of the cities located along Neely Henry Lake. Neely Henry Lake offers excellent fishing opportunities for largemouth bass, bluegill, catfish, and more. This amazing lake is a fisherman's paradise!

Have you ever been to any of these lake towns in Alabama? Do you currently reside in any of them? Let us know in the comments below.

Gadsden is also home to Noccalula Falls, one of the state’s most beautiful waterfalls. Don’t forget to check it out the next time you’re in town.

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What are three lakes in Alabama that belong at the top of everyone's summer bucket list?

There are many beautiful lakes in Alabama, several of which deserve to be added to the top of your summer bucket list. Listed below are three of our favorite lakes. Consider visiting them this summer for endless hours of fun.

1. Lake Eufaula

In addition to Lake Eufaula being such a great lake for bass fishing, numerous people also visit here each summer to go boating, jet skiing, and swimming. Just watch out for alligators.

2. Lewis Smith Lake

Lewis Smith Lake, which is best known to the locals as Smith Lake, is located in Cullman, Walker, and Winston counties. Over the years, this lake has become a popular gathering spot during the summer months because of its variety of water activities, including boating, water skiing, kayaking, and more.

3. Lake Guntersville

Covering 69,000 acres, Lake Guntersville is the largest lake in Alabama. From boating and water skiing to tubing and swimming, there's lots of fun to be had on this sprawling lake during the summer.

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