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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.

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Location

COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground is located in Alabama

Detail location of campground

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

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

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

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Reviewed May. 2, 2024

Piece of nature heaven!

Level gavel site! Lots of trees So cool to see lighting bugs at night! Lot of sites on the water not ours though. Trails and nature for walking dogs. Nice playground. Laundry and bathroom needs updated, but clean.Fire~ring, picnic table, and water & electric at each sight. Not a good signal with T-Mobile. Thought we were lost because the dirt road to get to the campground was very narrow and rough. Once arrived near the campground it was fine!

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by L&A C., May 2, 2024
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by L&A C., May 2, 2024
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by L&A C., May 2, 2024
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Reviewed May. 20, 2023

Hidden gem

Don’t let the partial dirt road fool you. What a find. Secluded, quiet, plenty of wildlife and great fishing. Can’t wait to go back.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Bud P., May 20, 2023
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Bud P., May 20, 2023
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Bud P., May 20, 2023
Reviewed Sep. 10, 2022

Chilatachee creek campground

We are hosts at a us army Corp of engineers camp site. Very isolated with full amenities on the Alabama river system.. David and Lora Fitch.

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by david F., September 10, 2022
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Reviewed Apr. 26, 2022

Older but peaceful

Access: very rough road on the short section of dirt. Older area First impressions: old and very minimally kept up Sites: well spaced,clean,big, I would suggest clearing some of the brush and smaller trees for a better water view Bathroom/shower: need updating but extremely clean and well stocked Host: extremely friendly and talkative,very helpful Positives: peaceful, wildlife,great fishing, decent boat ramp,away from big cities Negatives:updating needed, better road going in,clean up the area around the piers maybe replace piers, clean up brush around the sites, clean up the front host site where a camper burned, clean up the old picnic tables around the area that ain’t being used.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Michelle G., April 26, 2022
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Michelle G., April 26, 2022
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Michelle G., April 26, 2022
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Reviewed Mar. 22, 2022

March 2022

A fun find! Large sites and a few with a private (in the off season) dock. Good bird watching, turtles and gators. Quiet when I was there. Host on site. Nice private showers.

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Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Kelly E., March 22, 2022
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Kelly E., March 22, 2022
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Kelly E., March 22, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 12, 2021

Gorgeous

This is one of our favorite campgrounds. Beautiful lake and Spanish moss, spacious sites, plenty of privacy, and very quiet! The pictures speak for themselves. We’ve camped here in both fall and summer and always have a great experience.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Dana B., July 12, 2021
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Dana B., July 12, 2021
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Reviewed May. 24, 2019

Peaceful stopover - looked like mostly fishermen camping around me.

I thought I was lost I had traveled so far off the beaten path. Suddenly I see a sign! Whew! Surrounded by water this campground was not very full in November. On a tiny island there appeared to be thousands of birds roosting in the evening. In the morning it was interesting to watch them taking flight.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Deanna C., May 24, 2019
  • Review photo of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground by Deanna C., May 24, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the elevation of COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground?

    COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground is located at 200 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground?

    COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground allows vehicles up to 85 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground does not have wifi.

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