A stream running through the grounds sets the tone at Chief Ladiga Trail Campground, a privately managed site in Borden Springs, Alabama, tucked into a valley surrounded by forested hills inside Talladega National Forest. The campground sits directly along the Chief Ladiga Trail, a paved rails-to-trails route connecting Piedmont to the Georgia state line, making it a natural overnight stop for cyclists covering the full corridor. Riders starting from the Alabama end typically reach the campground after a full day on the trail.
Sites are large and mostly open, arranged in a field without significant tree cover or dividers between them. The creek is accessible from some spots, though high banks limit water access at others. No electrical hookups are available at sites, but the facility includes a bathhouse with hot showers, drinking water, and trash service. Cell service exists but runs weak, with Verizon users reporting spotty coverage. The campground is first-come, first-served for smaller groups, with reservations required for parties of 20 or more. Cost is flat-rate rather than per person, which can make it a reasonable value for groups. Campers looking for campgrounds near Piedmont have additional options in the region.
Ward notes the site is "used mostly by bike riders on the trail," though tent campers and travel trailers up to 50 feet are welcome. The Pendergrass Hunters Camp and Coleman Lake Campground and Picnic Area provide nearby alternatives for those exploring the broader Talladega area. Note that the campground has reportedly closed at times due to the owner's health, so confirming availability before arrival is worth the effort.
Description
Situated on 62 wooded acres in rural Cleburne County, Alabama between Piedmont, Alabama and Cedartown, Georgia with direct access to the Chief Ladiga Trail and the Pinhoti Trail and beautiful Terrapin Creek running through the property.
Activities currently available are hiking, biking, climbing, swimming, and fishing.
The Pinhoti Trail is a National Recreation Trail for hiking only. There are 150 miles of the trail in Alabama and 150 miles in Georgia and it connects to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail in north Georgia. 140 of the Alabama miles are in the Talladega National Forest which borders the camp property.
The Chief Ladiga Trail is a paved converted railbed with 34 miles in Alabama (Anniston to the Georgia line). The trail allows use by hikers, bicyclists and skateboarders. It connects to the Silver Comet Trail in Georgia and continues over 60 miles to the outskirts of Atlanta. The most beautiful portion of this trail is in Cleburne County and it is the most recently completed portion of the trail as well.
The Talladega National Forest borders the property on three sides. The Talladega National Forest consists of 392,567 acres of protected public wilderness in North and Central Alabama. You can view more information about the Talladega National Forest at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talladega_National_Forest
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsChief Ladiga Trail Campground is located in Alabama near Piedmont
Private CampgroundDirections
From Birmingham, Alabama Take I-59N toward Atlanta to Gadsden, Alabama (approx. 56 miles) Take exit 182 onto I-759E into Gadsden (approx. 5 miles) Turn left onto George Wallace Drive Turn right onto E. Meighan Blvd./US 278E (approx. 1 mile) Turn left onto US 278E toward Piedmont (approx. 2 miles) In Piedmont go through the first traffic light to a four-way stop (approx. 22 miles from Gadsden) Go straight through the four-way stop onto Nances Creek Industrial Boulevard to the next stop sign Turn left onto Vigo Road/County Road 70 Go approximately 6 miles and turn right onto County Road 94 The campground entrance will be on the left just past the Chief Ladiga Lodge (big cedar house) From Atlanta, Georgia Take I-20W to exit 44 (GA-6) Merge onto GA-6W toward Austell, GA and go approx 44 miles Turn left to take the US 27/US 278/GA-6W ramp From ramp turn right onto US 27/US 278/GA-6 toward Cedartown, GA In Cedartown turn left onto Piedmont Hwy./US 278W toward Piedmont Turn left onto Esom Hill Rd. (near mm3) Turn right on Shiloh Rd./County Road 49 and go approx. 3 miles crossing into Alabama Turn right onto County Road 70 just past Borden Springs Fire Department Go approx. 3 miles and turn left onto County Road 94 The campground entrance will be on the left just past the Chief Ladiga Lodge (big cedar house)
Address
3180 County Road 94
Borden Springs, AL 36272
Coordinates
33.91920832 N
85.49579597 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 8/11/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 8/11/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 39 min from Anniston, AL
- 40 min from Gadsden, AL
- 45 min from Rome, GA
- 1 hr 15 min from Atlanta, GA
