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Camping in Alabama

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

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Bohamia - Glamp/RV/Camp

19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents268 acres · Talladega, Talladega
Please 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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Bates Farm

24 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents44 acres · Decatur, Morgan
Experience the magic of Bates Farm, a private, woman-owned sanctuary spanning 44 picturesque acres, just 8 miles from the Beltline, outside the bustling limits of Decatur, Alabama. Here, adventure meets serenity, and we invite you to explore the wonders that await.​ Embark on invigorating hikes that reveal breathtaking vistas and connect you with the great outdoors. Immerse yourself in the art of boondocking, relishing in the freedom of self-sufficient living. For families, the nearby Lothlorien Playground is a haven of excitement, where young adventurers can roam and play to their heart's content. And when it's time to unwind, our lending library beckons, offering a world of stories to get lost in beneath the stars. In need of supplies or a memento of your journey? Look no further than our Camp Store, stocked with essentials for your camping experience. But it's not just about supplies – it's about community. Engage your creative spirit in our craft classes, where you can learn new skills, make friends, and craft cherished memories. Safety and seclusion are paramount at Bates Farm. We provide safe, private campsites, strategically arranged to ensure each group's privacy. Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the enchanting wilderness. For the explorers and curious minds, our outdoor escape room and scavenger hunts (perfect for groups of 3-10) provide exhilarating challenges. Experience our science and nature trips that nurture curious minds. For educational adventures beyond textbooks, Bates Farm is homeschool-friendly, offering science and nature trips that nurture curious minds. Learn from the great teacher herself—Mother Nature. Capture the cherished moments against the backdrop of our picturesque landscapes with our dedicated Picture Venues. Preserve your memories in the heart of nature's beauty. Bates Farm invites you to savor the simple pleasures of life, bond with nature, and create cherished memories with your loved ones. Embark on your journey to Bates Farm and let nature's embrace rejuvenate your soul. Get in touch with the land and delight in U-pick opportunities. Harvest a rainbow of Wildflowers, Vegetables, succulent blackberries, blueberries, and muscadines when they're in season. Bates Farm brings you closer to the earth's gifts. We also have Garden Plots available. Make Sure to also ask about what is available at Camp store. At Bates Farm, the possibilities are endless. Unleash your adventurous spirit with our thrilling Ninja Course, swing into joy on our Tire Swings, and experience the thrill of our Zipline soaring through the sky. Celebrate special moments with nature-themed parties amidst the beauty of the outdoors. ​Bates farm welcomes day use such as hikers, dog owners, school groups, church groups, homeschool groups, families for picnics, leashed pets as well car/ Van/ SUV campers.
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Sugar Sands RV Resort

12 sites · RVs15 acres · Gulf Shores, Baldwin
Sugar Sands RV Resort in Gulf Shores, Alabama, features roughly 80 sites including 5 stylish Tiny Homes for rent. All sites have full hookups, including 30/50 amp power, water/sewer, a picnic table, and WiFi!  Each site is a well maintained, spacious 22′ x 60′ concrete pad to accommodate even the largest RVs. You are sure to enjoy the beautiful, lush landscaping set among our coastal craftsman style buildings.Learn more about this land:Sugar Sands RV Resort offers full hookups with our 22’ x 60’ concrete spacious sites with privacy between , as well as power, water, sewer, cable, and Wi-Fi. Our Clubhouse is available for your use and is complete with kitchen, restrooms, sitting areas, tv area, library, and computer area. And did we mention our zero-entry pool? It is beautiful! You can also enjoy our fitness center. One of the many reasons to come and stay with us, if you love the beach, we are minutes away from Gulf Shores Beach and Orange Beach. Golfers can enjoy many of our pristine golf courses. Or if you wish to take in concert, a boat ride to see the dolphins or just sit and watch the boats, the Wharf is the place to visit. Just minutes away from the resort you will also find the new Park OWA, which features shops, dining, and an amusement park. At OWA, there are restaurants such Groovy Goat, Paula Dean’s, Trattoria Pizza & Italian, Rock n Roll Sushi. The Pensacola Naval Aviation Museum is only a 25.6-mile drive away. This is the home of the world-famous Blue Angels. Ft. Morgan State Historic Site is 25.9 miles from the Resort.Our list of attractions goes on and on! We have only named a few!All rigs over 10 years old will require photos to be submitted prior to approval of the reservation. 
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Time Away RV Resort

10 sites · RVs, Tents13 acres · Lincoln, Talladega
Located near I20 and a short walk to Talladega racetrack offering large 40 x 75 gravel, full hook-up, pull-thru RV sites. Learn more about this land:Located near I20 and a short walk to Talladega racetrack offering large 40 x 75 gravel, full hook-up, pull-thru RV sites. Enjoy family friendly fun such as swimming, bicycling, volleyball, basketball, walking trail playground and nearby amenities such as fishing, ATV trails, site seeing, hiking and much more!
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Red Coach Resort

33 sites · RVs81 acres · Toney, Madison
The 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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Rock the South Parking/Camping

59 sites · RVs, Tents13 acres · Cullman, Cullman
13 acres farm I grew up on. I always knew I wanted to find a creative way to use the property. I was lucky Rock the South moved by it. 
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Bama Campground & RV Park

14 sites · RVs84 acres · Double Springs, Winston
We are located on 84 acres on the edge of Bankhead National Forest. Our property has many great spots for primitive camping, as well as hiking trails through the forest. Our property has naturally formed caves, and fresh water springs. We have a bathhouse for campers, with showers, restrooms, and washer/dryer combos. We have 14 hookup spots for RV's, with 50 amp breakers for power, as well as water and sewer hookups.
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River Ridge Retreat

70 sites · Lodging, RVs670 acres · Guntersville, Marshall
River Ridge Retreat offers 670+ acres of beautiful property full of wildlife for you to explore. There are miles of waterfront, hiking trails and paved roads for biking/golf cart riding. Our property sits directly on Alabama's largest lake, Lake Guntersville. Lake Guntersville covers 69,000 acres and is full of fun activities for the whole family. River Ridge Retreat offers the opportunity to enjoy a quiet, relaxing retreat to nature while still being close enough to local attractions.
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Backwater RV Park

30 sites · RVs45 acres · Abbeville, Henry
The Backyard RV Resort is under new ownership and has been renamed as Backwater RV Park...Sitting on just over Forty five acres Backwater RV Park Offers a variety of campsites with both 30 and 50 amp hook ups. Here at Backwater RV Park you can enjoy nature at its best with nature  trails for walking and great fishing on a Beautiful lake
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Lucy & Lue's Stargazer's Campsite

24 sites · RVs, Tents80 acres · Coy, Wilcox
Learn more about this land:Lucy and Lue's is a family owned farm, in a very rural section of southern Wilcox County Alabama. There is great fishing nearby on the Alabama River, 15 minute ride to town, where food and grip can be purchased, there is also a small onsite giftshop that is opened seasonally. There is a water well with a hand-pump pitcher well available. Wild Hogs frequent the area, so when no crops are planted, campers are encouraged to set up in fenced in fields.Without the interference of City lights, Lucy & Lue's boasts many nights of breathtaking skies. You can pick out one constellation after another with the naked eye. Book your group today for a star-bright adventure you won't forget.
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AL Wildwood RV Park

20 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Daleville, Dale
We are located on a rural road just 2 miles from Fort Rucker gates. Our Military families often stay with us while they are schooling for helicopter or helicopter mechanics school at the US Army Aviation training facility and museum. Our typical user is in a camper/RV or 5th wheel. Our RV sites have water, sewer and 50 AMP service and are back-in gravel or grass pads. We are on the banks of a large river, creek and have a small pond accessible by walking trail. We are really nicely located between Enterprise and Dothan with over 100000 population, but you wouldn't know it driving down our Old Newton Road. We have recently added a bath house so come check us out and stay a night, week month or year! Pets are welcomed.
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RV camping

10 sites · RVs, Tents13 acres · Lincoln, Talladega
Learn more about this land:Come camp right beside Talladega Motor Speedway. We have plenty of space for you to hook up. We can accommodate Big rigs! We offer 30/50 amp hookup, water and a pump out station in-site! Pull through sites. Call us directly at for race week availability and rates. We offer weekly and monthly discounted rates, as well as Veteran discounted rates. 
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Camping in Alabama guide

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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