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Dug Hill Moto & Outdo Shenanigans

Hosted by Brad ¡ Gurley, Alabama
50 sites ¡ Tent ¡ 32 acres
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🏍️ Please note that we are a Motorcycle campground only. Please do not ask for exceptions 🏍️. Monte Sano Mountain rises quietly above Huntsville, Alabama—an unflashy ridge of limestone and shadow that holds more history and wilderness than most who pass it ever realize. It is not a mountain of spectacle but of mood, of subtle discoveries, and of quiet resistance to modern noise. Its slopes are threaded with forgotten wagon paths, foot-worn trails, and the slow, unrelenting work of water. Caves open like cracks in time. Small waterfalls cut through dense forest and vanish into the ground. Towering trees—oak, hickory, and poplar—form a green cathedral overhead, filtering light in ways that feel reverent. In some pockets, the air still carries the chill of the earth itself. Beneath the surface runs a deeper story. Long before Huntsville pushed east, Monte Sano offered its elevation to the sick, the curious, and the stubborn. Tuberculosis patients came in the 19th century, seeking healing in the mountain’s clean, dry air. Naturalists cataloged rare plants here. Native peoples traveled and camped across its ridgelines, long before names were given or boundaries drawn. And yet, despite the time that has passed, the mountain remains unpolished—intact. For those who seek true solitude, a few primitive campsites are available through Hipcamp. These are not curated experiences. There are no toilets. No showers. No host waiting with coffee or gear. Just a trail, a flat spot in the woods, and the sound of your own boots on rock. It is camping reduced to its essential form: a place to lie down among trees and stars, with nothing between you and the mountain but time.
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The Field

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Tent site ¡ Sleeps 100
Just past the gate is a clearing meant for riders—quiet, private, and framed by tall trees that keep much of the rest of the world out. When the sun drops, the sky opens wide and fills with stars.
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The GOAT

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Tent site ¡ Sleeps 9
🏍️ Please note that we are a Motorcycle Only Campground. Please do not ask for exceptions 🏍️. Monte Sano sits quietly on the east side of Huntsville, Alabama. It’s not flashy, but for those who know it, that’s the appeal. Most people come in from the top, where Monte Sano State Park offers well-worn trails, cabins, and park maps. But the east face is something different—steeper, less managed, and more interesting for those who prefer their rides and hikes with a little more edge. That’s where we come in. From a base off Dug Hill Road, is our private trail that climbs straight up the slope to meet the Goat Trail, a rugged 2.5-mile section that connects into the larger Misty Mountain Trail network. It’s steep, technical, and not for the casual hiker. Mountain bikers and trail runners know it well. It’s tight, rocky, and quiet—exactly what some of us are after. At the junction of this private trail and the Goat Trail is a primitive campsite. No bathrooms. No picnic tables. Just a flat patch in the woods where you can pitch a tent and sleep under the trees. It’s private land, not affiliated with Monte Sano State Park, and there are no developed facilities. If you camp here, you hike in with your gear and pack out everything you brought. You create your own amenities. You respect the land and the quiet that comes with it. This spot isn’t for everyone. But if you’re looking for backcountry camping connected to a technical trail system, this is it. Camp spots and access to the trail are available by visiting us at www.motorcyclecounterculture.com. Know what you’re getting into: no services, no shortcuts, no one coming to rescue you if it rains. But for the people who like it that way, it’s just about perfect.
No campfires
No toilet
No potable water
Pets allowed
No showers
No picnic table
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94% Recommend9 ratings ¡ 6 reviews
Recommends
¡ November 2025
Tent ¡
Dug Hill Motorcycle Camping
This event was canceled for threat of weather, and the host was quick to communicate, and with a refund. I look forward to trying again soon.
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Jak C.
3 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
¡ June 2025
Great find!
30 ft travel trailer ¡ With pets ¡
Dug Hill Motorcycle Camping
The kindest host, the prettiest scenery and the quietest site. Loved every minute of camping here. Thanks again Brother
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Reva D.
3 reviews
Recommends
¡ May 2025
30 ft pop-up camper ¡
Dug Hill Motorcycle Camping
When you want a primative site, this site has desireable qualities: Close to level, secluded, quite, peaceful, close enough to paved road. They have significantly recovered from nearby tornado damages.
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Mickey G.
3 reviews
Recommends
¡ March 2025
Scenic, Quiet, Huge.
16 ft car ¡
Dug Hill Motorcycle Camping
I enjoyed my stay! Imagine this: Stargazing on a clear night away from the city and noisy campgrounds, followed by sunrise with a mountain as the backdrop. If this sounds enticing to you, then look no further. It’s the perfect spot for any self-contained rig, or tent camper. I will definitely be back!
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Zackery W.
2 reviews
Recommends
¡ October 2024
Tent ¡ With pets ¡
Dug Hill Motorcycle Camping
Great mountain view of monte sano, friendly host, had a good time
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Michael K.
3 reviews
Recommends
¡ April 2024
Simple and serene
Tent ¡
Goat Trail, Monte Sano Mountain
Sweet little primitive spot! Away from the city buzz- nice retreat :)
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Katy F.
6 reviews

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Gurley, Madison, Alabama, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Brad C.

Joined in November 2020
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