September 27 – October 3, 2026 • Goose Pond Colony • Scottsboro, Alabama
Scottsboro, Alabama — Unified Pros is proud to announce that The Ultimate Angler World Championship will officially return September 27 – October 3, 2026, taking over Goose Pond Colony for one of the most electrifying weeks in competitive fishing.
Widely recognized as one of the most unique and fast-growing championship events in the sport, the Ultimate Angler brings together the biggest names, the brightest talent, and thousands of fans for seven days of elite competition, entertainment, and community celebration.
“This event represents everything we love about this sport—competition, conservation, and community,” said Lori Waller, Vice President of Unified Pros. “2026 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet. The anglers, the expo, the concert, the excitement—it all comes together in a way you simply can’t experience anywhere else in the country.”
Details regarding the sanctioned qualifying events and the official 2026 purse will be announced soon.
A WEEK PACKED WITH ACTION, ENTERTAINMENT, AND INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE
The Ultimate Angler is more than a championship—it's an immersive, destination experience. The 2026 event will feature:
The Nation’s Top Professional Anglers
Elite competitors from across all major fishing leagues will converge on Lake Guntersville for a one-of-a-kind showdown that showcases the highest level of skill, strategy, and determination.
A Major Concert Event TBA
