Fishing & Boating
The massive 67,100 acre Wheeler Lake and the Tennessee River embrace the entire northern border of Morgan County and we’ve taken strenuous efforts to maintain its’ beauty and enhance the recreation opportunities it offers for our residents and visitors alike. Four quality marinas, lakeside parks, and premier launch facilities are easily accessible.
Ingalls Harbor
The new Ingalls Harbor features spacious launch ramps (up to 10 boats at a time!), 1,088-linear-foot dock, lighted parking and ramps, and 158 paved truck/trailer parking spaces. A new events pavilion seats up to 1,200.
Located at 701 Market Street, NW
Contact: 256-341-4930
Marinas
- Riverwalk Marina located on the north bank of the Tennessee River includes private slips and boathouses, public launching ramps; vending area, and dock side gas/oil.
256-340-9170 - Brickyard Landing South bank of the Tennessee River. Includes 240 dry-docks, boat repair, waterfront marina store, dock side gas/oil. No public boat ramp.
256-350-1449 - Jay’s Landing Marina South bank of the Tennessee River. Includes wet-slips, vending and public launching for a fee.
256-350-4722
Licenses
To apply for Hunting, Fishing, or Boating Licenses, visit the Morgan County Courthouse.
Morgan County Courthouse
302 Lee Street, NE
Decatur, AL 35601
256-351-4730
Nearby Points of Interest
Simp McGhee’s
Located approximately 0.67 miles from this location.
Simp McGhee’s restaurant exudes old fashioned charm while offering fresh cajun seafood and beef selections sure to please any palate.
Alabama Jubilee Hot-Air Balloon Classic
Located approximately 4.67 miles from this location.
Hot-air balloons fill the air over Memorial Day Weekend, flown by pilots from across the U.S.
The RailYard
Located approximately 1.36 miles from this location.
The RailYard is Downtown Decatur’s hottest spot for delicious food, craft beer, craft cocktails, and great times.
Canoeing
The Wheeler Wildlife Refuge offers visitors the chance to spend a quiet afternoon amidst nature. The refuge has several put-in places as well as six public boat launches.