Established Camping
COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground, near Alberta, Alabama, is a peaceful retreat that offers a slice of nature for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. With spacious sites featuring picnic tables and fire rings, it’s perfect for gathering around the campfire and soaking in the serene surroundings.
This campground is known for its beautiful scenery, including plenty of trees and a lovely waterfront. Visitors have enjoyed the wildlife, with sightings of birds, turtles, and even gators. One camper noted, “What a find. Secluded, quiet, plenty of wildlife and great fishing.”
While the facilities may be a bit older, they are clean and functional, with water and electric hookups available at each site. Some campers have mentioned that the laundry and bathrooms could use some updates, but the friendly hosts and peaceful atmosphere more than make up for it. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway with good fishing and nature trails, this campground is worth checking out.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Alabama River Lakes
Overview
Chilatchee Creek Campground is located on its namesake at scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline. Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.
Recreation
The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.
Facilities
The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.
Natural Features
The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.
Location
COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground is located in Alabama
Directions
From Alberta, Alabama, take State Route 5. Turn onto Wilcox County Road 29 and travel southeast for 11 miles. Make a left on Chilatchee Creek Road and continue for 2 miles to the campground.
Address
2267 CHILATCHEE CREEK RD
Alberta, AL 36720
Coordinates
32.1413889 N
87.2741667 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 48 min from Montgomery
- 2 hrs 8 min from Birmingham
- 2 hrs 19 min from Tuscaloosa
- 3 hrs 13 min from Crestview