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Hardridge Creek Campground

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Hardridge Creek Campground, near Abbeville, Alabama, is a peaceful retreat nestled along the shores of Walter F. George Lake. This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, many of which provide stunning views of the water and surrounding woods, making it a great place to unwind and connect with nature.

The campground is known for its clean, well-maintained facilities, including picnic tables and fire rings at each site. Visitors have noted the spaciousness of the sites, with some even mentioning the quiet atmosphere during the week, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. One camper remarked, “The campground itself is clean, well maintained,” highlighting the attention to detail here.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Hardridge Creek is a boaters paradise, with easy access to the lake for fishing and swimming. The sandy beach area is a hit with families, although be careful—the sand can get pretty hot during midday! Birdwatchers will also appreciate the variety of feathered friends that frequent the area, adding to the natural charm of the campground.

While some campers have mentioned minor issues with cell service, many found it adequate for calls and sharing their adventures. With its beautiful setting and friendly vibe, Hardridge Creek Campground is a fantastic choice for a relaxing getaway.

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Location

Hardridge Creek Campground is located in Alabama

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Directions

From Eufaula, Alabama, take US 431 south. Turn left on SR-95, then turn left on CR-97 and continue for 10 miles. Follow signs into campground.

Address

592 U.S. GOVERNMENT RD.
Abbeville, AL 36310

Coordinates

31.6405556 N
85.1022222 W

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Access

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • WiFi
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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10 Reviews

Reviewed Feb. 20, 2025

Large Sites, Quiet

Pros: Large and spacious sites

Two shower/bathroom stations with cheap laundry ($1.50 wash and $1.00 dry) which are clean

Can get Amazon delivery

Lots of waterfront sites

Cons:

Not a lot going on in the area

Camp host uses loud diesel truck to go around every few hours

Supposed to be 1,000 alligators AND they have swimming. I don’t get it lol

Site40
Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Elizabeth E., February 20, 2025
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Elizabeth E., February 20, 2025
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Elizabeth E., February 20, 2025
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Reviewed May. 4, 2024

Nice, very quiet, heavily wooded CG

We have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and stayed in site 27 for 2 days in late April. The CG itself is clean, well maintained, but some of the facilities are showing their age and are in need of repair. The CG roads are paved, as are the sites. The site pads themselves are concrete and most looked to be pretty level. Most of the sites were fairly well spaced. The CG, at least during the week, was very quiet and peaceful. There were only about a dozen campers while we were there.   Other reviews mentioned ant issues, but we did not encounter any issues.

AT&T coverage was weak, with 1 bar of LTE service w/o a booster and speeds up to 0.5 MB/s and 2 bars of 5G service and speeds up to 0.7 MB/s with a booster. The CG heavily wooded, so we had no line-of-site to the DISH satellites, but did have a partial view to the NE from the front of the site, so Starlink was somewhat usable, with a quite a few dropouts, but speeds up to 6 MB/s.

Site27
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Ray & Terri F., May 4, 2024
Reviewed Mar. 22, 2023

Hardridge Creek lot 15

This spot while not on the water has a very good view of the water from across the street and is very enjoyable. There’s plenty of shade, and even though it’s a small spot, it’s roomy enough.

Site15
Month of VisitMarch
Reviewed Nov. 23, 2021

Looked like a fabulous setting!

Unfortunately this was closed until February when I arrived just before dusk. The host told me about another COE campground about 10 minutes away. Glad I didn't have to search farther! Will come back when it's open!

Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Apr. 17, 2021

Nature is the star of the show

Quiet and peaceful COE campground on Lake Eufala. Our site was on Pirates Cove loop, right on the lake. We had water views from both sides of the site, and thick forest on a third side. We arrived after a rain storm and the site had not been cleaned since the last campers, but it only took a few minutes for us to tidy up. Our loop did not have a bathhouse but is between the 2 other ones, 4 minutes walk so not a big deal. Bathhouse was spotless with hot showers and great water pressure. There are more birds than we can count and a beautiful variety of trees and plants. Phone service is adequate for calls and sending pics but tv antenna could not pick up any OTA stations, and that’s ok. We sat out by the campfire and enjoyed the peace and quiet. Overall a great place!

Site38
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by jessica O., April 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by jessica O., April 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by jessica O., April 17, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 8, 2021

Fun Campground with a Dam Good View

This campground offers beachfront sites where you can walk right out from your site to the water. If you get one of the sites that does not have direct water access, there is a beach, park and gazebo that everyone can access. Like the other COE parks we've seen, each site has a fire ring, prep table, picnic table and that really cool hook-pole! This campground has a lot of pull through spots, but only two bathrooms. Our kids had a great time hanging out here and we were unofficially awards the best hammock set up. Undoubtedly the most! This was a very user friendly campground. Lots of birds to see and a great view of the dam, which led to some dam good jokes. Lots of pull through sites.

Some thoughts from our kids- https://youtu.be/uCebtz0rawk

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Carrie with BottleCapsAndBacon F., April 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Carrie with BottleCapsAndBacon F., April 8, 2021
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Carrie with BottleCapsAndBacon F., April 8, 2021
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Reviewed Aug. 16, 2020

Another great Army Corps of Engineers Campground

We recently spent five nights at another Army Corps of Engineers campground, Hardridge Creek Campground located near Abbeville, Alabama. This is one of four COE campgrounds on the Walter F. George reservoir locally know as Lake Eufaula. We reserved our site online using the Recreation. gov application.

We arrived on a Thursday afternoon, check in times are after 4:00 PM. The reservation and check in process was painless, our paperwork was ready upon our arrival and COVID precautions were implemented and rigorously executed throughout. We reserved site 52 which is a beach front site which is large and included a private stairway down to the lakeside beach area. The site included 50/30/15 amp electrical, water, fire pit, picnic table, fire ring, BBQ and portable table. The site was completely level on a concrete pad. Very nice and well kept. There are several sites that include sewer connections on sites 55-77. This campground does close and lock the gate between 10PM and 7AM, there is no gate code and only emergency access is available through the park host. This is stressed during the check-in and in the provided information.

We really enjoyed this location but there are ants at this park as is others in this region. If you do not take preemptive measures beforehand you will be affected. Everything that touches the ground is a conduit for their access, the tires, leveling jacks, tongue jack, power cord and the water hose are their tools for finding a way. Even something as simple as a tree branch touching the awning will prove a route.

The beach was very nice and included a swimming area with boundaries to prevent boats and jet skis from entering. The bathroom was clean and typical for its age. The closest town is Fort Gaines, Georgia, 3.5 miles away, there is a gas station and a Dollar General for there for basic supplies.

We used Verizon cell service and had good coverage for cell service and excellent data or LTE coverage. We were also able to receive about six channels of over the air TV on the antenna.

In summary; great park, well kept and managed. The sites are better than most and can provide accommodations for all types of rigs. The only negative was the ants but having read other reviews beforehand, we came prepared. Check it out if you are in the area. I’ve included a park map with information in the attached pictures.

  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Tony C., August 16, 2020
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Tony C., August 16, 2020
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Tony C., August 16, 2020
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Reviewed May. 24, 2019

Boaters Paradise

Nicely maintained campsite was quiet during the week but it sounds like they get pretty busy on the weekends. Since the park is surrounded by water there were several boats and some people fishing off the land. The area I was in was raised a few feet off the water. There is also a swimming area with a huge sand beach. Be warned the sand is extremely hot midday. Even with thick rubber sandals my feet got too hot.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Deanna C., May 24, 2019
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Deanna C., May 24, 2019
  • Review photo of Hardridge Creek Campground by Deanna C., May 24, 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Hardridge Creek Campground?

Hardridge Creek Campground offers well-maintained sites with fire rings, picnic tables, and prep tables. The campground features paved roads and concrete site pads. Facilities include multiple shower/bathroom stations with clean restrooms and affordable laundry facilities ($1.50 wash, $1.00 dry). There's a swimming area, beach, park, and gazebo for recreational use. Many sites have direct water access to Lake Eufaula (Walter F. George reservoir), making it ideal for boating and fishing. Each site has water and electric hookups, and the campground is managed by the Army Corps of Engineers.

What do visitors say in reviews about Hardridge Creek Campground?

Visitors consistently describe Hardridge Creek Campground as quiet, clean, and peaceful. The lakefront sites are particularly popular, offering direct water access and beautiful views. Campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities, spacious sites with good shade, and the overall tranquil atmosphere. Some mention that weekends tend to be busier than weekdays. While the facilities are clean, a few note that some amenities are showing their age and could use repairs. The campground's location on Lake Eufaula is highlighted as a major plus, though some mention there isn't much to do in the surrounding area.

Are there photos available of Hardridge Creek Campground?

Yes, photos of Hardridge Creek Campground can be found on the Recreation.gov website, which is the official reservation platform for this Army Corps of Engineers campground. These images typically showcase the waterfront sites, lake views, camping areas, and facilities. The photos help visualize the concrete pads, shaded areas, and proximity to Lake Eufaula. For the most current visual representation of the campground, check Recreation.gov or the official Army Corps of Engineers website for the Walter F. George reservoir area.

Is there a map of Hardridge Creek Campground showing campsites and layout?

Maps of Hardridge Creek Campground are available through the Recreation.gov website or application, which is used for reservations. The campground has multiple loops including Pirates Cove loop with lakefront sites. For the most accurate and up-to-date map showing the campsite layout, water access points, and facilities, check the official Recreation.gov website or contact the Army Corps of Engineers who manage the property. Having a map is particularly helpful for selecting waterfront sites or those with the best views of Lake Eufaula.