What special fishing regulations apply at Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)?

Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River) carries 2 special-regulation overlays that override Alabama's statewide 2026 rules, covering Spotted bass + Alabama bass. One of them reads: "12 in min largemouth, 10 / day combined; Coosa chain trophy spotted bass." Every overlay on this water body is listed in full above.

Do I need a fishing license to fish Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)?

Yes. Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River) is in Alabama, so a valid Alabama fishing license is required just as it is anywhere else in the state, issued by Alabama Wildlife & Freshwater Fisheries Division. The special regulations on this page change the bag, size, slot, or gear rules for Neely Henry Lake; they do not waive the license requirement. Free-fishing days and youth exemptions follow the statewide Alabama rules.

Do Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)'s special rules replace Alabama's statewide limits?

Only where they conflict. Alabama's statewide 2026 regulations apply on Neely Henry Lake by default; the overlays above replace the matching statewide rules for the species or gear they name, while everything not specifically overridden still follows the statewide rule. When a water-body rule and the statewide rule disagree, the water-body rule wins.

Which species have special rules on Neely Henry Lake?

Spotted bass + Alabama bass has a water-body-specific rule on Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River), each linking to its full Alabama regulations above. Species not listed here follow the statewide Alabama limits.

2026 regulation year

Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River) 2026 — Alabama Fishing Regulations

Alabama statewide rules apply unless overridden below.

Last updated June 5, 2026

Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River) carries 2 special-regulation overlays on top of Alabama's 2026 fishing rules — covering Spotted bass + Alabama bass. Verify the agency booklet before launching: in-season changes are not yet wired to this page.

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State-level special regulation

12 in min largemouth, 10 / day combined; Coosa chain trophy spotted bass
Source: Alabama special-water list

Per-species rules on Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)

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No length limit on spotted, 10 / day combined

Official source

Alabama Wildlife & Freshwater Fisheries Division publishes the authoritative 2026 Alabama fishing regulations. Special-regulation lakes and rivers are listed in the agency booklet — always verify before fishing.

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Emergency-order channel

In-season closures, slot-limit changes, and run-count-driven harvest pauses are posted to Alabama Wildlife & Freshwater Fisheries Division's emergency-order feed — check it before any Alabama trip during the active season.

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Frequently asked questions

What special fishing regulations apply at Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)?: Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River) carries 2 special-regulation overlays that override Alabama's statewide 2026 rules, covering Spotted bass + Alabama bass. One of them reads: "12 in min largemouth, 10 / day combined; Coosa chain trophy spotted bass." Every overlay on this water body is listed in full above.
Do I need a fishing license to fish Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)?: Yes. Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River) is in Alabama, so a valid Alabama fishing license is required just as it is anywhere else in the state, issued by Alabama Wildlife & Freshwater Fisheries Division. The special regulations on this page change the bag, size, slot, or gear rules for Neely Henry Lake; they do not waive the license requirement. Free-fishing days and youth exemptions follow the statewide Alabama rules.
Do Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River)'s special rules replace Alabama's statewide limits?: Only where they conflict. Alabama's statewide 2026 regulations apply on Neely Henry Lake by default; the overlays above replace the matching statewide rules for the species or gear they name, while everything not specifically overridden still follows the statewide rule. When a water-body rule and the statewide rule disagree, the water-body rule wins.
Which species have special rules on Neely Henry Lake?: Spotted bass + Alabama bass has a water-body-specific rule on Neely Henry Lake (Coosa River), each linking to its full Alabama regulations above. Species not listed here follow the statewide Alabama limits.

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