Camping in Alabama

Discover and book the best campgrounds, cabins, RV parks, and more.

Camping in Alabama

From the Gulf Coast to the Appalachian mountains, the Heart of Dixie has plenty of variety.

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146 Maples Drive

4 sites · Tents2 acres · Scottsboro, ALWooded site with spring fed pond near Lake Guntersville and Cathedral Caverns State Park. Hiking, biking, climbing, swimming, caving in the area. Crow mountain orchard, Unclaimed Baggage, Lake Guntersville State Park, World class Bass fishing. Come pitch you tent and hammock and set awhile in nature at it’s finest.
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Haven of Hope

3 sites · Lodging14 acres · Fort Payne, ALNamed Haven of Hope, this 14-Acre Retreat Property offers Guests a peaceful experience near Little River Canyon National Preserve. Currently, Happy Glamper RV (sleeps 2), Peaceful Hideaway Treehouse (sleeps 6) and Serenity Escape Treehouse (sleeps 6) are available! Explore waterfalls, parks, shops, and restaurants. Relax by your own private fire pit with a cup of coffee and enjoy views through a canopy of trees. Take a nap in your own private double hammock. There are two easy walking trails - each perfect for picnics on the ground and access to a swing-for-two in the woods! One trail leads to a rippling brook that runs through the property. Deer and turkeys are spotted often near the creek! Renew, refresh, and be restored! Not long after you turn onto the private road that winds through the 14+ acre retreat called Haven of Hope, you will see Serenity Escape Treehouse on your right. Keep going and pass Rippling Brook Walking Trail on your left, and then Lost and Found Walking Trail on your right. Soon after, Peaceful Hideaway Treehouse will be on your left. Keep going up the mountain until you are greeted by the sight of a very large wooden deck and Happy Glamper RV under a permanent carport/awning shelter. Nearby is the Owner's temporary cabin and Sarsaparilla Lookout Workshop. And about 100 feet away are honeybee hives ("Haven of Honey - A Bee Resort").
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Bates Farm

24 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents44 acres · Decatur, ALBates Farm is a private woman owned beautiful 44 acres area 8 miles from the Beltline outside of Decatur, Alabama city limits. 10% Military discount available. We have:​ Primitive Camping/ glamping: 19 primitive camping sites Primitive camping means no power, water is from rainwater tank filled from garden hose, good for showers or washing dishes. Private shower toilet tents with solar heated showers and compost toilets. 3 RV sites - dry camping 1 glamping sites Other Services and goods:​ Picture venues U-pick Wildflowers, Vegetables, blackberries, blueberries, muscadines in season Picnic Areas Ninja Course Tire Swings Nature themed parties Zipline - Coming soon!!! Camping Gear and Nature Study Kits We offer safe, private campsites arranged in such a way so sites can not see each other. We are school & homeschool friendly for science and nature field trips.
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Southern Comfort Glamping

3 sites · Lodging11 acres · Coffee Springs, AL10 Bell tents with power, AC and fireplaces. You can kayak, paddle boat, zipline We have a full kitchen, 2 bathrooms one full shower/tub. We have games, laundry room, pool table and sometimes we have live bands and dancing . You can have family and friends rent the entire place with our group rates. One car per tent and special parking for events. Check Out 10:00 AM
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Red Coach Resort

33 sites · RVs81 acres · Toney, ALThe resort resides on 81 stunning acres full of inspiring wildlife, majestic trees, and serene creeks and ponds. Stroll along our nature path through the beautiful meadows entangled with gorgeous wildflowers, or contemplate besides the rolling waters. Time for some local entertainment, space exploration, groceries, or fine dining? You're just 5- 20 minutes from shopping and restaurants in three directions. Centrally located near many famous attractions in Alabama and Tennessee, Red Coach Resort sits just 9 minutes off interstate 65. It is easily possible to park in this one location and enjoy the convenience of day trips in any direction to see the best that the south has to offer.
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Apple Hill Cabins and Camp Ground

16 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents120 acres · ALAssociated on 40 acres. Adjacent to Conecuh and Blackwater National forests. Five RV pads, areas for primitive camping. Two Rustic Cabins with bath and showers. Amenities include fishponds,( no license required, no catch limit). Ponds have bass, brim, catfish and tilapia. Access to Blackwater River for swimming, canoeing, tubing or Kayaking. Hunting allowed in National Forests in season with license, skinning rack available on site.
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Heart of the Country

8 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Bay Minette, ALHeart of the Country is our home and also your own personal twelve acre state park whenever you stay with us! We are less than 15 minutes from Interstate 10 and from Interstate 65. I offer a half-dozen campsites, all either on a relatively level paved driveway or grass. Power (20 amp and 30 amp) and water is available. We have two 30 amp campsites, which are first come, first served. WIFI is available! (please ask for password). This is a Longleaf Pine sanctuary with lots of nature trails. This is also a hobby farm with livestock (Donkey, Shetland Pony, two Goats, and a flock of Chickens). I feed the livestock grain every morning usually between 8 and 9 am, and again hay before dusk. You are always welcome to join me and I'll introduce all of them to you! My dog, Homer, is our very friendly welcoming ambassador who will enthusiastically great you upon your arrival. I put him up in his kennel each evening around dusk, then lock him in his shed until morning which keeps him from backing during the night. We also host an AirBnB, so other guests may be here as well. Texting via the app is our preferred mode of communication. If you call, please leave a message and I will call you back. Suggested local attraction: Blakeley State Historic Park is four miles away.
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Larry & Sheila D.’s Blackwater G

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · ALWEDDINGS, Vow Renewals, Special Anniversary, Family Reunion, Large Parties? Enjoy It All River Side With Rustic But Elegant Vibes. One Of The Host Is An Ordained Minister; The Other Host Is An Event Planner/ Designer. Different Package Options Are Available. Come Plan Your Special Day with Us. Two Month Minimum Notice on Booking If You Wish for Hosts to Plan/Decorate for Your Event. 50 Guest Maximum. Two Night Minimum Booking For Event. $2300 Covers Reservation Of Property, Decorations and Cleanup. Food Packages, DJ.'s ETC Will Be Additional According To Your Individual Needs. This listing will accommodate Two Full 30 Amp RV Hookups for Your Wedding Party with Lots of Extra Space to Pitch a Tent and Park Your Guests. Cabin and Additional RV Site Coming In 2023!
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Colorful Camping at Beakertopia✨️🌈

19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Bon Secour, ALCome camp in commUNITY at Beakertopia! Our 2.4 acre property is lush with live oaks and greenery. Choose any spot to pitch your tent and enjoy our magic oasis only 20 min from the beautiful white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores. You're to welcome to use the "outdoor living room" as you please. This area includes a bar with rainwater catchment for washing hands/dishes, refrigerator, solar oven, 2 burner biogas stovetop with cooking equipment&utensils, aerial yoga silks, mini half skateboard ramp, climbing wall, slackline, gymnast rings, Iyengar yoga rope wall, and full home gym set up. We have also built a composting outhouse & outdoor shower complete with hot water for our campers to share. Our home is your home, we can't wait to meet you! Learn more about this land: Community. Art. Sustainability. At Yum Arts Collective we believe that the power lies in the collective, rather than the individual. A group of people working towards a shared goal can truly create magic out of thin air. We know this to be true because we've witnessed it time and time again through our business and life. We created Beakertopia to show that alternative lifestyles are indeed possible and can actually flow beautifully. We hope to inspire others to break out of the square boxes that society puts you in from the moment you enter this world. Beakertopia is a beautiful 2.3 acre piece of land in Bon Secour, AL that we purchased in 2020 to explore sustainability, alternative building methods, and permaculture. Due to the seasonal nature of this region we're able to devote half the year to our business and half the year to our land which allows for a symbiotic relationship for the 2 to serve one another simultaneously. ​ Our intention for this artist community is to bring like-minded people together and make the world a more beautiful place. It serves as our primary residence and also residence for seasonal workers&traveling artists when they come here. Every year we have the opportunity to employ about a dozen people to work with us during the tourist season, from March-October. Aside from our local employees, we also wanted to create a space that would allow for fellow travelers to join our crew. Beakertopia provides the possibility for friends from around the world to come live and work. Check out our website for more info ✨️
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Bohamia - Glamp/RV/Camp

21 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents268 acres · Talladega, ALPlease join us at the land of Bohamia for air conditioned glamping with queen size beds and private decks, primitive camping, and RV spots with power and water. Bohamia has an upscale bathhouse with showers at the welcome center area as well as portalets stationed near campsites at the pond (0.4 miles from welcome center) Premium RV spots now available with 30 or 50 amp hookups and water. Waste station conveniently located upon exit from the property. Glamp, RV or camp amidst the natural beauty of our 268 acre property; we have open fields, shady spots beneath the hardwoods and pines, and even a five acre pond with plenty of fish if you’d prefer to wake up to a water view or take a morning swim. With miles of trails on our property, easy access to the 392,000 acre Talladega National Forest, and less than ten miles from the Pinhoti trail, you’ll never run out of beautiful places to explore. Be sure to save some time to enjoy the boulder strewn creek just a short walk from our welcome center - it’s a must see! Other local attractions are also within reach with the Top Trails ATV park and the Talladega Marksmanship Park only seven miles away.
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HC By The Lake

4 sites · RVs7 acres · Wedowee, ALLocated just minutes walking distance from a Lake Wedowee boat ramp, home to world class Alabama fishing spots, our beautiful hillside lets you stare at the stars all night long. Minutes from Cheaha State Park but far enough away from the city that you can enjoy the woods, HC By The Lake is a great spot to park your RV for a night or even longer! All the amenities are nearby. A small quiet town just south of the RV parking site offers grocery and healthcare services while you get to enjoy some of the best country nights in the nation!
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Parksland Retreat

10 sites · Lodging, Tents40 acres · Talladega , ALParksland Retreat is a 40 acre forest and nature retreat with off grid facilities and homestead all surrounded by the Talladega National Forest. Parksland is in the heart of Talladegha National Forest. Come for a hike on the trails on property, nearby Pinhoti trail or swim in the beautiful Blue Hole. We have a campground on the side of the creek where you can enjoy Nature as a way of life.  Furnished Cabins, Bell Tents and Primitive Camping Available for you, your partner, and/or a group.We have hot showers, Parking for one (1) car per booking. , and access to the Retreat grounds and waters where we have swimming, hiking, and a sauna. Clothing Optional Property LGBTQ+ & BIPOC FRIENDLY
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Even if “Sweet Home Alabama” isn’t already on your road trip playlist, you should add the southern state to your camping itinerary. With its mountains, inland lakes, and Gulf Coast beaches, Alabama has plenty to offer campers, whether you prefer hiking to mountains and waterfalls, diving into Civil Rights history, or renting a seaside cottage—all served with a warm spoonful of Southern hospitality, of course. Opt for a seafront or lakeside campsite in summer when temperatures soar beyond 90°F, or choose a fall or winter trip for cooler weather ideal for hiking.

Where to Go

North Alabama

Hikers and campers are in their element in Alabama’s northern wilderness, dotted with caves, waterfalls, and woodlands. Go hiking and kayaking in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at DeSoto State Park, peep the fall foliage at Little River Canyon National Preserve, and discover the caves of Cathedral Caverns State Park. Or head to the shores of Alabama’s largest lake to camp, boat, and spot bald eagles at Lake Guntersville State Park.

Central Alabama

Urban campers can find plenty of distractions in Birmingham, but Alabama’s largest city is also within easy reach of some of the state’s most memorable natural landscapes. Great hiking, biking, and camping can be found in Talladega National Forest, after which you can scale Alabama’s highest peak at Cheaha State Park and explore ancient caves at Rickwood Caverns State Park. Other popular campgrounds are found at Lake Lurleen and Wind Creek state parks.  

South Alabama

Montgomery is the gateway to south Alabama and neighbouring Selma is a key stop on the Civil Rights trail, but outside of the cities, south Alabama is all about lakeside camping. To the east, Lake Eufaula is known as the “Big Bass Capital of the World” and has a wide choice of campgrounds, while nearby Blue Springs State Park offers plenty of lake camping. To the west, the Tombigbee River Valley is also prime for getting on the water.

Gulf Coast

Alabama’s 60-mile stretch of Gulf Coast shoreline is the place to cool off from the summer sun, spot shorebirds along the wetlands, or tee off at one of many coastal golf courses. RV parks are easy to find around the resort towns of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, while Dauphin Island remains a perennial favorite for beach camping. Alternatively, snag an RV site with full hookups at Gulf State Park, or book a cabin on the shores of Lake Shelby at Meaher State Park.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there is free camping in Alabama, primarily in its national forests. The main national forest in Alabama is the Bankhead National Forest, which spans over 180,000 acres and offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including free dispersed camping. These campsites are generally primitive, with no facilities, so you'll need to come prepared and practice Leave No Trace principles. It's essential to check the specific regulations and requirements for the area you plan to camp in, as some locations might have restrictions or require permits.

Yes, boondocking, also known as dispersed camping or dry camping, is legal in Alabama on public lands, such as national forests and some state lands. One of the popular places for boondocking in Alabama is the Talladega National Forest, where you can camp for free outside of designated campgrounds. However, it's essential to follow the rules and regulations set by the managing agencies, such as staying within a certain distance from roads and water sources, and adhering to the "Leave No Trace" principles. Additionally, some privately owned lands on Hipcamp may also allow boondocking, but you should always check with the landowner and obtain permission before camping.

Alabama has 22 state parks, many of which offer campgrounds for tent and RV camping. Some popular state parks with campgrounds in Alabama include Chewacla State Park, DeSoto State Park, Gulf State Park, and Monte Sano State Park. To learn more about state parks and campgrounds in Alabama, visit Hipcamp's Alabama State Parks page.

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