Tallapoosa County is blessed with abundant of natural resources.  Across Tallapoosa County, much of the land has been converted back to forest or planted in pine trees.  Forestry is the #1 industry but hunting and fishing also contribute a significant amount to our economy.   Whitetail deer, wild turkey, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and other game and fish are found throughout the county.  

Tallapoosa County is known nationwide for being the home to Lake Martin, a 44,000 acre lake with over 743 miles of shoreline.  This great body of water provides homes for retirees and others in surrounding area who wish to live and play near a clean lake.  Most any weekend you can find people fishing, boating, hunting, or relaxing on the lake.  

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park provides school students and tourists a place to study nature as well as history.  As you drive or walk through the old Creek Indian grounds and battle fields, you can learn more about early American history or enjoy the beauty of nature.  Many picnics,  annual events, and other outdoor activities take place at the park.

With its abundant bodies of water and streams, water quality is major concern for Tallapoosa County.  Lake Martin and the Tallapoosa River provides a large portion of the water for the surrounding town and communities.  A major effort is underway to educate the public and industries to help keep our water at the highest quality and maintain our citizen's needs.
 

For specific information in the areas of Forestry & Natural Resources, visit these sections:

• Forestry
• Wildlife
• Aquaculture
• Water Quality