State park · Guntersville, Lake Guntersville

Lake Guntersville State Park

A resort-style park on Taylor Mountain overlooking Lake Guntersville, with a lodge, cabins, golf and lakefront recreation. It is also known for winter eagle-watching programs.

Lodge, golf and winter eagle watching on the lake

Things to do

  • Eagle awareness programs on select winter weekends
  • 18-hole golf course and beach complex
  • Fishing at the Town Creek Fishing Center and boat rentals
  • Hiking and biking, about 36 miles of trail
  • Ziplining, guided hikes and a dog park

Facilities and lodging

  • Modern campground, camper cabins and glamping safari tents
  • Lakeside cabins and mountaintop chalets
  • Lodge at Lake Guntersville and Pinecrest Dining Room
  • Pool open May through September
  • Convention center and pavilions

Plan your visit

Information from official sources, retrieved Nov. 10, 2026. Confirm hours, fees, permits and closures with the managing agency before you go.

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AboutWhat is Lake Guntersville State Park?

Lake Guntersville State Park is a resort-style park on Taylor Mountain overlooking Lake Guntersville, with a lodge, cabins, golf and lakefront recreation. It is also known for winter eagle-watching programs.

Getting thereWhere is Lake Guntersville State Park?

Lake Guntersville State Park is in Marshall County, Alabama.

Things to doWhat can you do at Lake Guntersville State Park?

Lake Guntersville State Park is listed for biking, birding, camping, fishing, hiking, picnics, scenic views, swimming, walking and wildlife. Each activity links to more places across North Alabama.

Things to doCan you fish at Lake Guntersville State Park?

Lake Guntersville State Park is listed for fishing. Fishing rules, licenses, seasons and limits are set by the State of Alabama and the managing agency, so check current regulations before you cast.

Things to doCan you swim at Lake Guntersville State Park?

Lake Guntersville State Park is listed for swimming. Lifeguards and marked swim areas are not listed unless a source says so, so read posted signs, check for water advisories and never swim alone.

Things to doWhat else is there to do near Lake Guntersville State Park?

Browse more places in Marshall County. You can also browse by activity: biking, birding and camping.

Before you goHow do you check conditions and closures at Lake Guntersville State Park?

Contact the managing agency for current conditions, closures and rules, by phone at 256-571-5444.

This page lists public information. It does not replace posted signs or the manager's notices. Hours, fees, permits and closures change, so confirm with the managing agency before you go.

TrustHow accurate is this listing for Lake Guntersville State Park?

Information from official sources, retrieved Nov. 10, 2026. Confirm hours, fees, permits and closures with the managing agency before you go.

This page was last updated on November 11, 2026.

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