The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has temporarily closed the three-lane ramp at the McFarland Public Boat Ramp (McFarland West) on Pickwick Reservoir in Florence for major upgrades. The facility’s two-lane ramp (McFarland North) will remain open during the majority of the renovation period.

During the closure the launching slab at McFarland West and the access pier at McFarland North will be replaced. McFarland North will temporarily close during the replacement of its access pier. The renovations are expected to be completed in approximately three months. A reopening date will be announced when available.

Funding for this project was provided through the Sport Fish Restoration Program, which is supported through excise taxes on the sale of outboard motor fuel, fishing equipment and the sale of Alabama fishing licenses. Additional funding was provided by Innovate Alabama, a statewide public-private partnership focused on entrepreneurship, technology and innovation with a mission to help businesses grow roots in Alabama.

For more information about alternate public boating and fishing access areas in north Alabama, visit www.outdooralabama.com/freshwater-boating-access or call the WFF Fisheries Section at (334) 242-3471.

ADCNR promotes wise stewardship, management and enjoyment of Alabama’s natural resources through four divisions: Marine Resources, State Lands, State Parks, and Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries. Learn more at www.outdooralabama.com.