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Campgrounds near Alpine, Alabama feature scenic outdoor areas nestled in the foothills of northeastern Alabama, with several notable options concentrated around the Fort Payne and Mentone areas. DeSoto State Park Campground serves as a central hub for outdoor recreation, providing tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins within a wooded mountain setting. The region includes diverse accommodations ranging from primitive tent camping to full-hookup RV sites, with specialized options like Tranquility Campground and Little River Adventure Company offering more secluded experiences. Many campgrounds in the area feature proximity to waterfalls, hiking trails, and recreational activities along Little River and its surrounding canyon landscapes.
Road conditions and access vary significantly throughout the region, with several campgrounds requiring navigation of mountain roads. Travelers approaching DeSoto State Park should note the importance of route selection, as one camper advised: "Be careful to take Desoto Parkway up. Google tried to send us on an alternate road that had a big sign saying ABSOLUTELY no trucks - and from other reviews we gather that's the more treacherous one." Most campgrounds remain open year-round, though spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable weather conditions. Cell service can be limited in many areas, with several reviews noting spotty coverage even with major carriers. The primitive camping areas often feature pit toilets and centralized water sources, while developed campgrounds provide full hookups, showers, and in some cases, laundry facilities.
The mountainous terrain creates distinctive camping experiences throughout the area. Campers particularly highlight the hiking opportunities, waterfalls, and natural beauty accessible from most sites. Several visitors mentioned the impressive trail systems connecting directly to campgrounds, allowing for convenient exploration. The primitive camping areas at DeSoto State Park receive particular praise for their seclusion and natural setting. As one camper shared: "The primitive camping area has a keyed gate. Make sure you arrive during business hours so they can get you registered and give you a key. They will also give you a big card with your last name on it that you will put on the campsite ledger board once you have driven through the primitive area and picked from available sites." Most campgrounds in the region balance accessibility with natural immersion, providing sufficient amenities while maintaining the scenic qualities that draw visitors to this part of Alabama.
"If you have a large group you want to take camping in Alabama I highly recommend this site. There is great hiking nearby and the sites are large enough for a lot of people."
"This part of Alabama is absolutely stunning, at close to 1700 feet in elevation, this area provides some of the most elevation in the state with absolutely stunning natural beauty."
from $36 / night
Check Availability"Campground Review:East Rim Campground Pro’s: 1-Handicap Accessible, there is a cabin which is also HDA. 2- If your visiting for a get together your right next to the day use area and there is a picnic"
"But we didn’t let that stop us hiking the West Rim Loop Trail and camping at the Walk In Campsite. We loved the views, waterfalls, and walk ability of this park."
from $10 - $270 / night
Check Availability"This is my go to campground in fort Payne Alabama. The owners are super nice!! There is a pond with cute ducks!! You can buy a bundle of fire wood for $5."
"This campground is in a great location with amazing trails, history stops, waterfalls, and more located very close by. The owner stopped by our RV to welcome us and is very friendly and helpful."
from $45 - $55 / night
Check Availability"Easy access to campground. Swing wide to get centered between the fence post and the culvert. Then you are home free. Getting into the sites was easier."
"Close to home but a nice clean campground. Decent trails. nice lake to jave a lazy day next to..."
from $15 - $180 / night
Check Availability"I had seen postings for the Little River Adventure Company over the last few moths and while looking at the map, I realized it was close to the TAT as it dips into AL (Sam's route), which I would be riding"
"I tent camped on a drive-in deluxe site in September with my dog. The host, Giorgio, was pleasant and helpful. He had firewood for sale on the property at a reasonable price."
from $25 - $30 / night
Check Availability"This review is for Tranquility RV and Campgrounds in Mentone Alabama. I really enjoyed camping here."
"A beautiful and peaceful space for tent or RV camping very close to downtown Mentone as well as Desoto State Park."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Quiet RV park close to Ft Payne and surrounding parks such as Desoto state Park. Close to Little River Canyon waterfall among others. (A must see)."
"Gravel roads and pads (thankfully, as everything around was standing in water from the recent downpour) The facility is dated, but clean and an easy on and off on the way through."
"Nice quiet small campground just outside downtown Mentone. Friendly helpful camp host, clean bathhouse, full hook ups and great wifi access so husband could work from camper."
"It's located right off the main highway, and has pull-through spots with full hookups. But the best part is the screaming fast internet!"
"We attended North Alabama trails and recreation’s Rock and Rig event here. The park is beautiful with amazing views."
"the locals) since 2011, starting back when it was still largely undeveloped and free…totally worth paying for these days - they’ve made it such a great place: showers, bathrooms, dumpsters, plenty of walk-in"
from $19 - $30 / night
Check Availability"There are nearly 100 campsites divided into two loops with a comfort station for each loop. Roads are paved with gravel campsites. The campground is nestled in the woods."
TravelerWe stayed just one night but really liked the clean bathrooms and showers, sites are level and clean, it wasn't crowded when we were there so we had ample privacy. Will stay here again.
Scout35$ a night for a tent
GuideThis campground has a lot to offer but we were just passing through and stayed only one night. There are nearly 100 campsites divided into two loops with a comfort station for each loop. Roads are paved with gravel campsites. The campground is nestled in the woods. The camp facilities include a country store, coin operated laundry, seasonal swimming pool, restaurant - motel complex, cabins, and nature hiking trails.
GuideAbout 5 dispersed spots scattered along an accessible road. Only about 3 spots available that hasn’t been ruined from trash and belongings from people that was staying there long term and left everything. Okay for an overnight stay. All the trash really ruined any vibe to be had. I stayed at the spot on top of the steep hill
ScoutWe really liked this park. We stayed in the West Rim Campground. We stayed two nights and this was about the right number of nights for us.
Pros:
* The staff was super helpful and intentionally went above and beyond. When I checked in, they saw that I had a free night on my account and offered to refund part of my stay and use the free night instead. I was going to ask them to do this, but I didn't even need to.
* Bathrooms were nice, and were clean
* Wifi worked pretty well
* West Rim has good shade which made it feel cooler than it have otherwise. This did impact Starlink connectivity. I was able to get about a 90% ping success rate by moving the camper around a little to get the best connection.
* The views from the overlook were very nice
Cons:
* The visitor center was under construction
* Some of bathrooms near the interpretive center were out-of-order
* Site 43 was not level. It wasn't a major issue but we were able to get our camper van completely level despite the use of leveling blocks.
ScoutI grew up in this area, but I'm back for the first time in maybe 8 years. They have done tremendous renovations on their amenities, some still ongoing. The scenery and cool mountain air is as great as I remember. Tons of hiking, backcountry camping, cabins, RV spots, and more. I've been camping in 8 states and Cloudland Canyon is still one of my favorites. Be aware, the drive up the mountain can be very difficult on a tow vehicle, make sure you're prepared for it. Same with some of the hiking trails.
GuideWe had a hard time finding our campsite in the West Rim Campground due to the construction at the entrance, but we made it to the temporary visitors center and they got us checked in and how to get to our campsite. It backs up to woods, nice space between sites. Ours is gravel and has water and electric, but there are full hookup sites available as well. We did the waterfall hike one day and the west rim loop the next. The waterfalls were beautiful, but a LOT of steps (600+ metal steps) !! I would definitely stay here again
ScoutPeople are nice and it's a great place to put a rv and chill with nature
TravelerOur family loved how quiet and spacious our spot was. My littles especially loved playing at the playground and dipping their feet in the creek that runs right alongside the campground. We had spot #1 with full hookups, but there are some along the creekside that are water and electric I believe. Overall, great stay and loved the hospitality of the owner. Would stay again!
Campsites near Alpine, Alabama cluster along the northeastern edges of Lookout Mountain, where elevations range from 1,200 to 1,700 feet. This mountainous terrain creates significantly cooler summer temperatures compared to surrounding lowland areas. Winter camping requires preparation for overnight temperatures that often drop below freezing from November through March, with occasional snow possible at higher elevations.
Fishing opportunities: Tranquility Campground offers a 6-acre catch-and-release lake for campers. "There is a 6 acre lake for fishing but it's catch & release. And no swimming or kayaks allowed," notes reviewer Julie H.
Rock climbing access: The sandstone bluffs provide excellent climbing opportunities for all skill levels at Cherokee Rock Village. "I have camped here at least once every season and gone around 7 times. It's my favorite place to camp! There's so many climbing routes that I love," shares reviewer Jess C.
Off-road exploration: Campers interested in motorized recreation can find trails near Mentone. "Lots of hiking and off roading for 4 wheels drives. WiFi/Cell not great, but could text out," mentions Tamela J. about Tranquility Campground.
Historic sites: Visit the Alabama Band museum near Fort Payne. "The park is near Desoto State Park and Little River Canyon National preserve, and the Alabama (band) museum," notes Randy G. from Wills Creek RV Park.
Secluded tent sites: Little River Adventure Company provides primitive camping with genuine privacy. "It's completely different than any other campground we've been to in the sense that the campsites are secluded and private," shares Dakota F.
Mountain temperature: The elevation provides relief from summer heat. "This is one of the few parts of Alabama that is cool enough to camp in the summer (still hot but not miserable)," mentions Asher K. about Tranquility Campground.
Rock formations: Cherokee Rock Village offers unique boulder camping. "We camped at one of the primitive sites under a huge boulder. Wonderful climbing and spectacular views! We explored the caves and climbed the rock formations," writes Dori H.
Private campsites: DeSoto State Park Campground offers well-spaced sites. "The sites were well spaced apart and maybe because it was April there were a lot of open spots," notes reviewer Gerri.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly throughout the region. At DeSoto State Park, one camper reported: "I work remotely and internet was a challenge. I have phones with Verizon and T-mobile service as well as AT&T and T-Mobile hotspots. The verizon phone was the only service that got any signal at all, and it was spotty."
Access challenges: Many campgrounds require navigating mountain roads. At Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground, "The east rim is home to several cabins, the group lodge, one of the full service campgrounds, and the main trailhead, as well as the ADA accessible overlook trail which is where many of the iconic photographs of this park come from," explains Stephanie J.
Gate access procedures: Some primitive areas require special check-in. At Little River Adventure Company, "Giorgio has an amazing set up here. He was super helpful and accommodating. We were in a mini van and were still able to navigate the grounds and dirt road pretty easily," shares Lonni B.
Seasonal considerations: Fall offers prime conditions for viewing changing leaves. "Foliage was still pretty, but would have been better end of October," notes Tamela J. about camping in the Mentone area.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. At James H 'Sloppy' Floyd State Park Campground, "There are double sites to pick from and a nice handicap site next to the showerhouse. At the far end there is a playground and one site right behind it. So be careful not to pick it if you don't want to listen to the raucous noises of children," advises Shelly S.
Educational activities: DeSoto State Park offers naturalist programs for kids. "They have scout activities, a Junior Ranger program, playgrounds, swimming pools, and plenty of trails to hike," writes Arden S.
Multi-activity parks: Cloudland Canyon provides family-friendly amenities. "This side is very popular for day use as the one mile out and back hike to Cherokee Falls draws in campers and people from Chattanooga coming in to enjoy the towering waterfall and the swimming hole below," explains Stephanie J.
Site selection strategy: Choose campsites strategically for family needs. At Cherokee Rock Village, "The tent sites are scattered along half the loop through the park, but there are no specific sites with numbers. Instead there are lots of picnic tables and fire rings and it seems you just pick an open spot," notes Kent H.
Satellite considerations: Tree cover impacts reception at many campgrounds. At Wills Creek RV Park, "Internet using Verizon (nomad) for work is only ok. My husband was able to work on conference calls etc. but had one dropped call and while he was working I wasn't able to use our internet," reports Ryan & Lorri R.
Power options: Most campgrounds offer various electrical setups. At 1776 RV And Campground, a reviewer noted, "14 Gravel RV sites FHU 30/50 6 tent sites with electric and water. If you plan on using your cell up here...don't very poor signal but WI FI works great all over the park."
Site leveling challenges: Many mountain campgrounds require leveling equipment. At DeSoto State Park, "We found our second site 25 especially challenging to back into. There are drop off gulleys at the end of sites and maybe experienced RVers think nothing of it, but we thought it was tricky," shares Gerri.
Driving approach: Choose access routes carefully. "Accessing the campground from the north can be a little bit harrowing as the roads are steep with hairpin curves and somewhat narrow. The route from the south is much easier particularly if you have a large motorhome or a long fifth wheel," advises Bret D. about DeSoto State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Alpine, AL?
According to TheDyrt.com, Alpine, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 161 campgrounds and RV parks near Alpine, AL and 10 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Alpine, AL?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Alpine, AL is DeSoto State Park Campground with a 4.8-star rating from 77 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Alpine, AL?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Alpine, AL.
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