Fishing and Boating

In addition to being a safe recreational boating lake, Tim's Ford is an outstanding, year-round fishing lake for stripers and smallmouth bass. Its reputation for trophy striper and smallmouth fishing extends several hundred miles. Major bass and striper tournaments are held on the lake annually. The lake is also ideally suited for the angler that just wants to relax and catch a few catfish or bluegills. Mallard ducks, Canadian geese, bald eagles, deer, wild turkey, and other kinds of wildlife can be seen while boating on this beautiful 10,000 acre lake.

 

Bait and Tackle Shop

We keep a wide variety of live bait and maintain a complete line of fishing tackle that has proven successful in catching trophy stripers and smallmouth bass. Our staff stays well informed of fishing conditions and will gladly share lake fishing conditions with visiting anglers.

Boat Launch Access

We have excellent boat launching facilities. Having a ramp that is 80 feet wide accommodates heavy boat launching traffic such as that needed for large fishing tournaments and Summer weekend recreational boating. Our ramp is provided free of charge to all our lodging guests. Others are welcome to use the launching ramp by paying a daily launch fee or by purchasing an annual boat launching permit.

Boat Slips

We have 172 wet boat slips for lease. These boat slips are designed to accommodate boats of all sizes and types. These slips are available on annual and monthly leases. Electrical and water hookups are also available. Rates vary depending on size of slip rented. Call 1.800.856.4703 for more information.

Pontoon Boat Rentals

We have 3- 24 ft. pontoon boats for hourly or daily rental. Daily rental hours are 8 AM till 6PM. There is a three hour minimum charge for hourly rentals. All required safety equipment will be provided at no cost. Daily rates vary from $150.00 to $200.00. Gas, oil, and taxes are not included. A $150 security deposit is required.

Designated No Wake Areas

By law, boats must stay at no-wake (idle) speeds within 300 feet of all marina facilities. The no-wake areas include waters to the front, beside of and behind all marina facilities. Boat operators guilty of operating boats exceeding no-wake speeds inside of the 300 foot area may be fined, and can be found liable for damages caused to any boats, their contents, or the marina facilities. Signs have been posted in no-wake areas and at the launching ramp to remind boaters of this law.