Campgrounds near Andalusia, Alabama typically operate in a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. The area sits at approximately 300 feet above sea level with rolling pine forests and several small lakes dotting the landscape. Seasonal fishing tournaments affect campground availability throughout the year, particularly at waterfront properties during spring and fall competition periods.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Point A Park RV & Campground, fishing remains a primary attraction with plenty of locals bringing boats and trailers. "A lot of the other campers had their boats and trailers and it looked like they were enjoying fishing and tubing on the lake," notes a reviewer who appreciated the water access.
Swimming spots: Several campgrounds offer swimming access during warmer months. "Plenty of children were swimming in the water at the end of the pier," reports a camper at Point A Park. Many campgrounds keep their swimming areas undeveloped but accessible directly from shorelines.
Hiking trails: Cypress Landing RV Park maintains walking paths around their property. As one visitor noted, "Camp ground is very well kept and clean! Right on the lake." The grounds include natural areas suitable for short walks between campsites and water features.
What campers like
Concrete pads: Level concrete parking areas receive consistent praise from visitors to campgrounds like The Oaks Family RV Park & Campground. "Nice level concrete pads. Space between sites. Friendly people," wrote one reviewer who appreciated the solid foundations.
Fishing docks: Dedicated fishing areas make waterfront campgrounds popular. "The pond is very peaceful and makes for a great spot to watch the sunrise. It's also full of fish for you to catch and there's a designated fish cleaning station by the bath houses!" explained a visitor to The Oaks Family RV Park.
Group facilities: Communal spaces enhance longer stays. "The pavilion has grills, a tv and a massive brick fireplace," noted one camper at The Oaks Family RV Park, highlighting amenities beyond individual campsites.
What you should know
Highway noise: Some campgrounds experience significant road noise. At Deer Run RV Park, one camper reported, "The only thing that dropped a star was the sounds from the highway was absolutely overwhelming. It was so loud we had a hard night sleeping."
Seasonal flooding: Low-lying campgrounds experience occasional flooding during heavy rains. "We woke up the following morning to about 2-3 foot of water under our camper where the river had flooded," recounted a visitor to River's Edge RV Campground.
Staff accessibility: Management responsiveness varies between properties. "When we had an issue with our coach they came over to help immediately," noted a camper at Gantt Lake RV Park, while others at different properties reported difficulty finding staff during emergencies.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Several parks offer dedicated playground equipment. "Nice dock for fishing, not alot to do for older kids, there's a small playground for smaller kids," observed a visitor to Cypress Landing RV Park.
Swimming safety: Unsupervised swimming areas require parental oversight. At Point A Park, campers note that "Plenty of children were swimming in the water at the end of the pier," but no lifeguards monitor these areas.
Weather preparedness: The region experiences frequent afternoon thunderstorms during summer months. "We arrived and everything was dry. The next morning, our site had literally turned into a pond," reported a camper at River's Edge, highlighting the need for proper gear and site selection.
Tips from RVers
Cellular connectivity: Engineer Beach RV Park provides reliable connectivity according to reviewers. "No wifi, but good cell phone service," reported one visitor, making it suitable for remote workers needing reliable communications.
Leveling requirements: Many sites require additional leveling equipment. "Our site was $40 a night without any added fees," noted a Point A Park visitor who also mentioned their "partially gravel and red dirt and partial asphalt unlevel site."
Road conditions: Interior roads at many campgrounds remain unpaved. "The gravel road in the campground is tidy, solid and well maintained like the rest of the park," observed a visitor to The Oaks Family RV Park, though this varies significantly between properties.
