Dream Lake Lodge

Since 1990, Dream Lake Lodge has been operating out of Livingston, Alabama in the Black Belt region—one of the state's most productive hunting and fishing areas. This isn't a one-trick operation. They run deer hunts, fish tournaments, clay shooting events, youth camps, and corporate team-building outings all on the same property.

Deer hunting happens across approximately 6,600 managed acres. The Black Belt is known for producing trophy bucks, and Dream Lake's staff works year-round managing the land—laying mineral sites in spring and summer, planting iron clay peas, bean mixes, and corn to keep deer healthy and close by.

Hunting infrastructure includes elevated shooting houses ranging from 8 to 25 feet tall, carpeted with swivel chairs and 18" bench rests. They also have tripods, single ladders, and 2-man ladders throughout the property. Hunters can bring their own climbers if preferred.

Rifle Hunting Rates: - Two-Day Rifle Hunt (opening day through Feb 10): $1,650 per person (includes 1 buck, 1 doe, lodging, meals) - Three-Day Rifle Hunt: $1,595 per person plus $750 buck fee and $200 doe fee - All deer hunts include fishing access - 17" main beam minimum on bucks - 50% non-refundable deposit required; 3.5% fee added for credit card payments

Their 385-acre trophy preserve opened for booking in fall 2025, featuring rolling hills, creeks, hardwood bottoms, and pine plantations. South Texas and Northern Whitetail mix available in a wide range of classes. Hunts conducted from roomy shooting houses accommodating up to 4 people.

All hunts include lodging and meals (2-day hunts with PM, AM/PM, or AM options). Non-hunting guests: $200/night including lodging and meals.

Opened spring 2017, this is one of Alabama's better clay shooting facilities. Features a covered five stand with Lincoln throwers, clays programmed to emulate quail, dove, rabbit, and teal flight patterns, plus a wobble trap in a tower above the five stand. The 700-square-foot pavilion enhances event hosting.

Team Building Package: - Half-day fishing, lunch, and 3 rounds of skeet: $180/person (6-person minimum) - Available Monday-Wednesday when schedule allows - Shotguns available for rent - Lunch can be arranged for any booking

Quail hunts feature covey rises of fast-flying bobwhites from grass-covered pine hills, Egyptian wheat, corn, and grain sorghum fields groomed for the hunt experience. Tower pheasant shoots offer thrilling action for both experienced and beginner bird hunters—birds fly high and fast.

Dream Lake manages private lakes stocked with Florida Tiger and Northern Bass, forage fish (bream, threadfin shad, tilapia), and occasional rainbow trout and crawfish. Lakes feature hundreds of rock piles, flooded timber, ledges, ditches, and underwater aerators.

All boats are 21' Stratos equipped with Minn Kota foot-controlled trolling motors. Knowledgeable guides available upon request.

Fishing Rates: - Deluxe Fishing Trip (lodging, 3 meals, 2-person minimum per boat): $410/day per person - Guide service (9-hour minimum): Available by hour - Summer Special (late June through August, room + day fishing, no meals, 6-man minimum): $275/day - Must be 18+ to operate trolling motor - Private lake fishing (catch-and-release only); no license required - Optional equipment and tackle available at extra charge

"Many customers make 3-4 trips each year to Dream Lake." This repeat business speaks to the consistency of the fishing and hospitality.

The lodge sleeps up to 22 people and hosts youth camps focused on fishing, hunting skills, and firearm safety. Also available for corporate groups, civic organizations, and church outings. The Sucarnoochee River runs through the property and hosts bald eagle nests.

• •Important: GPS routing frequently fails—use provided directions instead.

Physical Address: 321 Sumter 22, Livingston, AL 35470

From Tuscaloosa/Meridian: Exit I-20/59 at Livingston (Hwy 28 East), proceed 1.9 miles, turn right at light onto Hwy 28/US11, go 2 miles, turn left toward Demopolis on Hwy 28. At 6.8 miles, turn left on Sumter 22. Lodge entrance (black iron gate with keypad) is 1,500 feet ahead on the left.

From Demopolis: Take Hwy 80 approximately 14 miles to Hwy 28, turn right (west) 5.6 miles to Sumter 22, turn right. Same 1,500' distance to entrance.