Lake Martin, Alabama
In real estate circles, it’s what’s known as “a happening place.”For almost a century, Lake Martin’s combination of attractions has made it a Mecca for families seeking someplace special. Families come to enjoy this giant body of tranquil water; the surrounding natural landscape; and the laid back Lake Martin lifestyle.
Lake Martin is a true natural wonder and one of the states most prized recreational treasures. Tucked away at the tip of the southern Appalachian foothills in East Central Alabama, Lake Martin boasts 750 miles of heavily wooded shoreline surrounding 44,000 acres of clean, deep blue water. So clean, in fact, that Lake Martin has been rated Alabama’s cleanest lake by Lake Watch, a nonprofit environmental organization.
Russell Lands owns one third of the Lake Martin shoreline and its fundamental corporate philosophy is to preserve the lake’s water quality and to ensure that Lake Martin remains the jewel it has been for so many generations. The Russell Family has called this area home since 1846 and played a major role in the forming of the lake.
The lake was formed when Alabama Power completed the building of Martin Dam on Alabama’s Tallapoosa River in 1926. The dam was created to supply the area with much needed hydroelectric power. At the time it was built, Lake Martin held claim as the largest man-made reservoir in the country and it remains one of the largest today.
Lake Martin has enjoyed unparalleled growth as a vacation site and permanent home for Americans who discovered the satisfaction lakeside living could provide. Today, it is fast becoming a world-class destination. Lake Martin is a water wonderland with sailing regattas, tournament fishing, water skiing, swimming, boating, and family gatherings at the water’s edge. On land, golfing, horseback riding, hiking, shopping, dining, and lakeside cultural events delight all ages.
While Lake Martin is worlds away from the hustle and bustle of everyday living, it’s still only a short driving distance from several major cities: 30 minutes from Montgomery, 30 minutes from Auburn, 1 hour and 15 minutes from Birmingham, and only two hours from Atlanta. The quaint town of Alexander City is just minutes away. For a town of 16,000, this quiet little community is surprisingly progressive. Alexander City boasts a robust local economy, state-of-the-art healthcare, excellent school system, and a safe community.
So come enjoy all that Lake Martin has to offer. Get up and go, or relax on the shore where the call of a common loon soothes your soul. Come to Lake Martin.
