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Kymulga Gristmill Park

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Kymulga Gristmill Park near Childersburg, AL, offers a camping experience surrounded by flat terrain with a mix of wooded areas and open spaces. The region experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the historic Kymulga Grist Mill and Covered Bridge, as well as the scenic trails of Talladega National Forest.

Description

To get to the camping area, turn off the highway at the entrance to the Mill & Covered Bridge, cross the RR tracks and take an immediate right on the gravel road. The campsites are in the wooded area straight ahead.

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Location

Kymulga Gristmill Park is located in Alabama

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Directions

Located 7 miles from Childersburg, AL and 10 miles from Talladega, AL. Hwy 76 off 280 at Childersburg, AL go through town. Turn on Foresthill Drive and cross the Rail Road. Turn right on Hwy 180, go 4 miles Gristmill on your left.

Address

7346 Grist Mill Rd
Childersburg, AL 35044

Coordinates

33.33402726 N
86.2986824 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups

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1 Review

Reviewed Dec. 9, 2022

An ok campground but not always open/staffed

I had read about the mill and covered bridge, and we had planned to visit after leaving Cheaha State Park but we didn’t know there was also a campground. I looked for someone to talk with but did not see anyone out and about at 10 am on a Sunday (even though the park was open and many of the sites were occupied). The park itself is open Wednesday – Sunday, 9 am – 5 pm (although the website says 10 am). The admission price for the park listed on the website was $3 but had increased to $5 per person (payment is on the honor system if not staffed). I called later to find out if the camping rates had also increased and yes, they had. There is a choice of primitive tent camping ($15), tent sites with lights ($15), or camper pads ($30); the camper pads are FHU. The sites all appeared to be level and many of them (primarily the tent sites) are on or close to the river. 

The restrooms were dimly lit and not the best but doable. 

Canoe rentals are available (assuming only on days when the park is open) for half days: $5/hour, $15/half day, or $25 for a full day. The entrance sign also advertises disc golf.

Note that there are railroad tracks running through the park, but no trains went by when we visited so not sure how active they are (given our track record with trains and campgrounds, likely one would go thundering through at 3 am!) 

Even though we visited when the park was supposedly open, I could not find anyone to talk to so this review is based on my observations and a follow-up phone call.

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  • Review photo of Kymulga Gristmill Park by Lee D., December 9, 2022
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Kymulga Gristmill Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Kymulga Gristmill Park has 30 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

  • What is the elevation of Kymulga Gristmill Park?

    Kymulga Gristmill Park is located at 426 feet.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Kymulga Gristmill Park?

    Kymulga Gristmill Park allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Does Kymulga Gristmill Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Kymulga Gristmill Park does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Kymulga Gristmill Park?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.