The best waterside camping near Mobile

Pitch your tent or park your camper right by the water—Mobile has over 540 waterside camping spots that put you close to rivers, bayous, and Gulf inlets. Average rates run about $45 a night, but you’ll find options dipping as low as $11. You get the basics: toilets, showers, and campfires allowed at most sites. Want to swim, ride horses, or spot wildlife? No problem—those are regular pastimes here. Locals rave about CampFire at the Riverbend (94 reviews), Mark's Marvelous Masterpiece (52 reviews), and Country near the Beach (43 reviews) for easy water access and friendly hosts. You’ll find campsites tucked along lazy rivers and under big oaks, just a short drive from Mobile’s seafood joints and supplies. Bring bug spray and a good flashlight—nights here get dark, and the frogs don’t wait for morning.