Camping in Alabama: Best Alabama Campgrounds 2025

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Alabama

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Popular camping styles for Alabama

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Public campgrounds in Alabama

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F.D. Roosevelt State Park Campground

34 sites · RVs, Tents In F.D. Roosevelt State Park

Great paddling on the lake and the Sipsey Fork nearby

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Clear Creek Campground

42 sites · RVs, Tents In Bankhead National Forest

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Blue Springs Campground

50 sites · RVs, Tents In Blue Springs State Park

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Gulf Campground

516 sites · RVs, Tents In Gulf State Park

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Oak Mountain Campground

167 sites · RVs, Tents In Oak Mountain State Park

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Wind Creek Campground

598 sites · RVs, Tents In Wind Creek State Park

Outstanding paddling throughout the area

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Houston Recreation Area and Campground

88 sites · RVs, Tents In Bankhead National Forest

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Pine Glen Recreation Area

21 sites In Talladega National Forest

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Buck's Pocket Campground

24 sites · RVs, Tents In Buck's Pocket State Park

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Cathedral Caverns Campground

13 sites · RVs, Tents In Cathedral Caverns State Park

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Chewacla Campground

52 sites · RVs, Tents In Chewacla State Park

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Lake Lurleen Campground

91 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Lurleen State Park

Stories from the community

1 night at CAMP 222 (A Private Campground)

Awesome spot for a weekend on the lake. We extended our stay just to get in a little more fishing. Traffic noise can be loud at times but was worth it. 10/10 would stay here again.

Weekend Trip to Dark Hollow

The land is beautiful, bathrooms are clean, shower is lovely and Danny is warm, friendly, responsive and helpful. There is a bit of road noise if you’re sensitive like me. Overall, a great place to camp.

2 nights at CAMP 222 (A Private Campground)

July 2025. We very much enjoyed our stay at Camp 222. It’s perfect for any type of camping. The place is large, shady, clean and has everything you need. We will definitely keep this one on our favorites list.

4 nights at Hidden Branch Campground

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Hidden Branch: A Peaceful Getaway for the Whole Family We just got back from a weekend at Hidden Branch in Clay County, Alabama, and it was everything we hoped for and more. We brought our camper, our nephew, the grandparents came and hung out during the day, and our two spoiled Maltipoos—and everybody had a great time (yes, even the dogs). The campground is tucked away in the woods, super quiet and peaceful, but with all the hookups and conveniences you want when you’re camping with family. Our site was clean, level, and surrounded by trees, giving us privacy and shade. The grandparents enjoyed sitting by the fire, sipping coffee, and watching the birds (and the chaos) from their lawn chairs. And the dogs were in heaven—plenty of smells to sniff, squirrels to stare at, and soft naps in our laps. The host was incredibly kind and attentive. They invited us to join their family in lighting of fireworks on the 4th but we gave them space and let them enjoy their families and just watched the fireworks show from our camper, it was great. At night, it was so quiet you could hear the frogs and owls. We sat around the fire, made s’mores, and just enjoyed the stillness—no phones, no stress, just family time. If you’re looking for a peaceful spot to relax with your loved ones—young and old—Hidden Branch is a perfect little escape. We’ll definitely be back!

Weekend Trip to Dark Hollow

There were plenty of great spots to choose from! The picnic tables were clean and sturdy, and the fire pits were surrounded by large rocks—perfect for setting hot skillets on. The view was absolutely beautiful! The restroom, water, and shower were all in good working order. One of my favorite parts was showering under the stars in the outdoor shower—it was such a unique experience. There’s a sturdy bench, large rocks to stand on, and a big two-by-four to hang your clothes, towel, and shower essentials on. Just a heads-up: if someone is staying at the top, the shower area isn’t completely private. The host was incredibly kind and welcoming. I’ll definitely be coming back!

2 nights at Parksland Retreat

Everything as described with no surprises. The shower was amazing. It was a good mix of off the grid with just enough amenities. Will definitely be back! Camp seating around the campfires was the only struggle due to topography. Camp shovel, had we brought it, would have been beneficial.

2 nights at Little River Adventure Company

Giorgio's property is so beautiful. I was there early and was able to pick out a spot by the creek. My dog loved splashing and swimming in the water. I also got in- heads up: the bottom is pretty soft. There was some road noise and fireworks noise (July 4 weekend) but overall I slept pretty well. The bathhouse is quite nice, with hot water and a fairly spacious shower area.

Weekend Trip to Parksland Retreat

The P2 spot by the creek was beautifully perfect. This campground is the perfect mix of primitive and comfortable. It wasn’t a problem for me and my partner, but a warning to anyone uncomfortable with nudity: they’re serious when they say clothing optional :). Thank you Parksland for a great stay!

3 nights at Parksland Retreat

Had a great time as always. Wonderful environment and people.

Weekend Trip to Colorful Camping at Beakertopia✨️🌈

Super funky place. We came for a concert and enjoyed being there. Hot in the summer but ac in the bathroom is really nice.

Weekend Trip to Gullatte Acres

Nice area, pretty quiet, worked ok for us as a stopover on the way to Tennessee. Site numbers were a little confusing because one sites number faces away from the road. Once we got that figured out the rest was good.

Weekend Trip to Colorful Camping at Beakertopia✨️🌈

We stayed for one night in the dome. Very unique and clean. Bed was comfortable and room stayed nice and cool for sleeping. The property grounds were charming and eclectic.

1 night at Heart of the Country

It Was beautiful. Peaceful. Loving it. Recommend hands down.

1 night at Colorful Camping at Beakertopia✨️🌈

Great directions nice location to go to several places.

1 night at Parksland Retreat

I camped in my tent right next to the creek and it was awesome. The facilities are nice, tidy, thoughtful, and well kept. Dustin is kind and helpful. I really enjoyed my time and I'm looking forward to going back.

1 night at Little River Adventure Company

Cool spot, easy to find nice amenities. Would recommend to anyone in the area.

3 nights at Elegant Log Cabin Creekside

Beautiful rustic yet elegant log cabin In a remote location with no one else in sight from the property. Private beach on the river, which the grandkids loved. There is a large pavillion down by the creek. A firepit and grill behind the house and a large back porch. Absolutely wonderful place to unplug and spend time with family. The house does have wi-fi and Hughes Net if you choose to stay plugged in. Very spotty cell service. We had a great time. Lightning hit nearby while we were there and we lost power. Mary was readily available to contact the power company and stayed in close contact until the issues were resolved. She offered to refund our remaining days if we wanted to check out but we were enjoying ourselves so much we stayed anyway. Would definitely recommend the cabin. Great location, beautiful home and attentive hostess. What else do you need?!

1 night at Starlight Haven at Weiss Lake

The place was easily accessible and out of the way at the same time. Nice fire pit by the water, kayaks to use at the dock on fcfs basis. Highly recommend this place

1 night at Gullatte Acres

Serene spot with tons of privacy, wild flowers, and a stocked pond. We had a great time fishing and then cooling off in the outdoor shower. Toilet was clean and had plenty of toilet paper. We had an issue with our RV and the host was kind enough to let us borrow a ladder. On top of being kind, Samuel was very responsive and communicative. By following the directions he sent before check-in, we had no trouble finding the spot. Everything is very clearly marked.

Weekend Trip to Dark Hollow

Perfect spot! Easy to find. Super friends host. Accessible water and nice outdoor shower. Some of the spots had nice views and it was overall a wonderful experience.

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Dark Hollow

5 sites · RVs, Tents14 acres · Crossville, AL

Dark Hollow Park provides beautiful, private, and secure primative campsites. Potable water and a composting privey are available. The camp host is on site if there are any questions. There is a one-mile hiking trail, a small stream and waterfalls located a short hike down into Dark Hollow. The Hollow is rich in history. There is a small Amphitheater in the bottom of the hollow where permanent water remains year-round. Dark Hollow has played many roles from sanctuary to battleground over the years. There are numerous activities within a short distance.

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Heart of the Country

8 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Spanish Fort, AL

Heart 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). We have a portable toilet for your use. This is a Longleaf Pine sanctuary with lots of nature trails. This is also a hobby farm with livestock (Donkey, two Goats, a Duck 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 if I can't answer, and I will call you back. We are slowly updating the site photos. Use them only to determine your price, for example: A site with 30 amp power and water is $25 per night. A site with 20 amp power and water is $20 per night. A boondocking site (no power) is $15 per night. All sites have access to a porta-potty and water. Suggested local attraction: Blakeley State Historic Park is four miles away.

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Bohamia - Glamp/RV/Camp

28 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents268 acres · Talladega, AL

Please join us at the land of Bohamia for glamping with luxury beds and private decks, primitive camping in picturesque sites, and RV spots with power and water. Bohamia has an upscale bathhouse with private, hot showers and individual toilet rooms with floor-to-ceiling doors. The bathhouse is within 100 yards of all glamps and RV sites. We also have portalets stationed in the RV/Safari Tent area, at The Barn, and at the pond (0.4 miles from welcome center.) Premium RV spots now available with 30 or 50 amp hookups and water. We do not have sewer hookups or a waste station. 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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Colorful Camping at Beakertopia✨️🌈

23 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents2 acres · Bon Secour, AL

Come camp on one of the Southeast's most unique properties, Beakertopia! Our 2.4 acre artist compound is enclosed in bamboo and lush with hundred-year-old live oaks + native pollinator flowers we’ve planted. 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 welcome to use the "outdoor living room" as you please. This area includes a bar with rainwater catchment for washing hands/dishes, refrigerator, freezer, electric tea kettle, microwave, solar oven, complimentary coffee/tea station, 2 burner biogas stovetop with cooking equipment&utensils, games, aerial yoga silks, climbing wall, slackline, Iyengar yoga rope wall, trash/recycling, filtered alkaline drinking water and more! Feel free to use our laundry facilities, communal picnic basket, and complimentary condiments, seasonings, sauces, etc found in the door of the fridge. Attached to the lounge is our air conditioned ecobathroom with *hot* shower, bio toilet, and complimentary toiletries if you forget anything. A few notes on the property: Most people have never used an EcoToilet and don’t realize it takes some work. If you have children, you will very likely have to do this part for them. We keep the lounge area as clean as possible but at the end of the day it is an outdoor kitchen! Kitchenwares will have a layer of dust even if cleaned the day prior, so please give everything a rinse before you using! You may read about mosquitoes in some of our past reviews, but I am happy to share that we now have a monthly mosquito service in place that has mitigated that issue :) Learn more about this land: 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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Parksland Retreat

13 sites · Lodging, Tents40 acres · Talladega , AL

Parksland 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 Talladega National Forest. Come for a hike on the trails on property, nearby Pinhoti trail or swim in the beautiful creek. Furnished Cabins, Bell Tents and Primitive Camping Available for you, your partner, and/or a group. We have Parking for one (1) car per booking. Access to the Retreat grounds and waters where we have swimming, and hiking. Fall - Spring: shared Hot Tub Available Friday nights, Shared Sauna Available with cold plunge Saturday nights. Clothing Optional Property LGBTQ+ & BIPOC FRIENDLY Be advised! The bridge located on Berney Station Road over Dry Creek (just West of the turn onto Germany Mountain Rd) is going to be replaced. This section of the roadway will be closed beginning March 3rd and will be closed for approximately one year. Route your arrival from the East on Berney Station road.

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Dog-friendly getaways

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Fort Bluff Camp Site

1 site · Tent162 acres · Somerville, AL

This camp site has one of the most beautiful bluff views in all of northern Alabama. The mounds located on the bluff date back 10,000-12,000 years ago to the paleo Indian era. You can hike for days and climb up and down the bluff to experience the base of the rocks. Camp with the Indian spirits. This 10,000-12,000 year old Indian site with mounds created by the Indians is one of the most beautiful sites in Northern Alabama. Bring a tent or sleep under the stars on this memorable bluff. Hike over the 162 acres and scale the bluff for an exciting hike along the base of the rocks where Indians also camped long ago.

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Little River RV Park & Campground

64 sites · RVs, Tents38 acres · Fort Payne, AL

Discover a quaint destination in the heart of Alabama’s mountains at Little River Campground. Set on 38 beautiful acres, we provide an ideal home base for enjoying the region’s most famous natural attractions, from cascading waterfalls to rugged canyons and beyond. Just a short drive from Fort Payne and I-59, our campground offers private RV sites, unique glamping accommodations, and primitive camping for those who crave a simpler escape. With adventure at your doorstep, including kayak, bike, and fishing rentals, plus RV and boat storage, your perfect getaway awaits. Explore Nestled less than 1 away from Little River Canyon National Preserve, and less than 10 miles away from DeSoto State Park, our campground provides an ideal homebase for enjoying the great mountainous outdoors of Northeast Alabama. Relax Featuring all the amenities you expect – including private well spaced sites, high speed fiber Wi-fi, clean restrooms and showers, social spaces, friendly staff, and more. Take a breath when you visit us, our team has you covered. Experience We deliver key items like propane and firewood directly to your site, collaborate with local businesses to offer exciting experiences and services, and host regular events for guests to create an unforgettable stay.

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Hidden Acres Getaway LLC.

4 sites · RVs3 acres · Guntersville, AL

Hidden Acres Getaway is a newly opened mom and pop campground on 3 acres with 4 big-rig friendly sites. These sites have 30 and 50 amp electrical boxes with a 110. The water pressure is strong. All 4 sites have full hookups. We are renting Site 2 as self-contained. The sites are large enough for your vehicle and boat. Our campground offers a quiet atmosphere. We have deer, racoons, and eagles visiting the property. We are located next door to Little Mountain Marina. There are many places to visit during your stay in Guntersville, Alabama A few places to explore: Guntersville State Park. 10.5 miles Bucks Pocket State Park 12.5 miles High Falls Park 13.9 miles Unclaimed Baggage (The world's only retailer of lost luggage) 10 .5 miles There are boat ramps close by. Come camp with us!

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Bug Tussle Creek Bend

1 site · RV, Tent300 acres · Colony, AL

Please search Bug Tussle Creek Bend on Youtube to see the site and details on the drive into the campsite. Thank you! 300 acres of family land since 2000. This area was called Boot's Bottoms growing up and the name stuck. There is a rock wall close to the campsite that was a old grist mill site. Plenty of wildlife, bird watching, wildflowers and creek walking. Some old ATV trails for hiking as well. Very remote and quite! Learn more about this land: Setup camp on the banks of Dorsey creek in Bug Tussle. Wooded area with shade in the warm season. Flat ground for tents or plenty of trees for hammocks. Easy access for vehicles directly to the campsite. Fire ring with grill grates present for cowboy cooking. Peaceful with plenty of opportunity to see wildlife. Primitive toilet present. Rock dam in creek is great to entertain kids, old grist mill site couple hundred yards downstream. Logging and ATV present for hiking and wildlife viewing. Deeper sections in creek present for cooling off in warm weather.

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River Life Camping in Alabama

4 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · AL

Imagine renting a slice of paradise – a gorgeous riverfront spot along one of America's top 10 cleanest rivers! Get ready to unwind and have a blast at this unforgettable escape. We're offering 20 acres of prime riverfront property, yours to camp on and enjoy with your own gear. Explore, camp, swim, hike, and enjoy the serene untouched natural beauty. Hold onto your camping hats: We're all about rustic charm, so leave your expectations for fancy amenities behind. No electric, no water, no septic facilities. But don't worry, explorers! There's room to park your big RV or trusty truck. It's a complete immersion in nature on this vast and breathtaking property. Just a small reminder: Pack up your tent and EVERYTHING you need for camping fun. From marshmallow roasters to stargazing binoculars, you're the captain of your camping adventure. So, if you're up for an incredible outdoor experience, pack your gear and get ready for riverside fun like never before! 🏞️🌲🌊 Rent your own piece of camping heaven today!

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Parksland Retreat

13 sites · Lodging, Tents40 acres · Talladega , AL

Parksland 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 Talladega National Forest. Come for a hike on the trails on property, nearby Pinhoti trail or swim in the beautiful creek. Furnished Cabins, Bell Tents and Primitive Camping Available for you, your partner, and/or a group. We have Parking for one (1) car per booking. Access to the Retreat grounds and waters where we have swimming, and hiking. Fall - Spring: shared Hot Tub Available Friday nights, Shared Sauna Available with cold plunge Saturday nights. Clothing Optional Property LGBTQ+ & BIPOC FRIENDLY Be advised! The bridge located on Berney Station Road over Dry Creek (just West of the turn onto Germany Mountain Rd) is going to be replaced. This section of the roadway will be closed beginning March 3rd and will be closed for approximately one year. Route your arrival from the East on Berney Station road.