Lake Martin

Lake Martin is one of the largest manmade reservoirs in the United States, located in Tallapoosa. Swimming, fishing, boating, and waterskiing are all popular water sports and pastimes for vacationers. There are also golf and camping options nearby.

Every year, a variety of activities are held on or around the lake, including fishing contests, July 4th fireworks, music festivals, and boat parades.

The lake is studded with various tiny islands, many of which are popular with boaters during the summer. Swimmers, for example, go to Acapulco Rock Island, where they scale various levels of the rock before diving into the ocean. Goat Island, named after its resident goat family, is a popular among children.