Best RV Parks & Resorts near Bankhead National Forest
RV parks surrounding Bankhead National Forest provide various accommodation options for recreational vehicles. Thousand Trails Hidden Cove near Arley features full hookup sites with both 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service year-round, with the newer C-section offering spacious sites for larger motorhomes. "Sites were large and bathhouses were very clean. Cell service is spotty so either have a mobile data setup or buy the local connection for your stay," noted a camper who visited the property. Bama Campground & RV Park maintains 28 gravel sites with water, sewer, and electrical connections, while Togetherness Works RV Park accommodates big rigs with full hookups. Quail Creek RV Resort in Hartselle offers pull-through sites with 50-amp service and sewer connections on well-maintained gravel pads.
Most RV parks in the region require advance reservations during peak seasons, particularly fall when visitors arrive to view autumn colors. Cell service varies significantly across the area, with several reviewers mentioning weak or non-existent signals at Hidden Cove and other locations deep within forested areas. AT&T coverage tends to be more reliable than Verizon in many spots. Dump stations are available at most developed campgrounds, though Northgate RV Travel Park in Athens lacks shower facilities despite offering full hookups. Pet policies differ between parks—most allow pets with standard restrictions, but enforcement of leash rules varies by location. During summer months, the combination of heat and humidity can be challenging, with a visitor noting, "Would be back in the fall perhaps."
