Campsites near Bay Minette, Alabama provide access to the coastal ecosystems of Alabama's Gulf region with elevations generally less than 250 feet above sea level. The delta wetland system creates unique habitats for wildlife viewing throughout the camping areas. Winter temperatures typically range from 40-60°F while summer temperatures consistently reach above 90°F with high humidity from June through September.
What to do
Explore Civil War history: Blakeley State Park features 2,000 acres with walking and auto cell phone tours of Civil War sites. "Miles of trails and history... Walking auto cell phone tours of civil war... Big pull through rv spots and a tent campground. Awesome," notes a visitor to Blakeley State Park Campground.
Kayak the delta waterways: Live Oak Landing provides direct river access with boat ramp facilities for exploring the Tensaw River. A camper mentioned, "We enjoyed 2 nights here along the tensaw river. There is a big boat ramp to explore the delta. The bathrooms and showers are clean. And there is a disc golf course also," about their stay at Live Oak Landing.
Discover wildlife on boardwalks: The wetland trails and boardwalks provide excellent bird watching opportunities throughout the year. "You will walk through historic civil war sites, trails that were once the streets of the town of Blakeley. A beautiful hike on boardwalks along the Blakeley River then through a swamp on deep into woods amongst ancient oaks," shares a visitor about Blakeley State Park.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Harper Campground at Blakeley State Park offers larger tent sites with good separation between neighbors. "Harper Campground is designed for tent camping, $20 for unimproved and $30 for improved (electricity and water). If you have a $20 site, you have to bum water from one of the $30 sites... The sites are quite spacious and only a couple had mud pits," notes a camper at Harper - Blakeley State Park.
Delta views: Meaher State Park sits directly on Mobile Bay with waterfront camping spaces. "Beautiful pines and waterfront spaces are spread apart nicely. This is really a diamond in the rough!" reports a visitor to Meaher State Park Campground.
Peaceful environment: Campgrounds around Bay Minette offer a sense of isolation despite proximity to urban areas. "We had a nice, level, paved pull-through site where all of the sites on our street faced their own private view of the wetlands," mentions a camper about Gulf State Park.
What you should know
Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds near Bay Minette have uneven terrain requiring preparation. "Some of the sites are so unlevel. But the historical tour of the park is amazing. So much information about the civil war. Other than the rv sites being so unlevel the park is really nice," reports a visitor to Blakeley State Park.
Insects are prevalent: Prepare for bugs, particularly in warmer months across all regional campgrounds. "The ants were not a problem & definitely not as bad as compared to other local sites I've camped at," notes one visitor about Chickasabogue Park.
Limited facilities at primitive sites: The more isolated campsites typically have fewer amenities but more privacy. "The bathhouse serves as the public restroom for day use as well which made it very crowded at times," mentions one camper at Blakeley State Park.
Tips for camping with families
Seek sites with activity options: Chickasabogue Park offers multiple recreation opportunities in one location. "There is a sports field, water access, and several short, easy paths to hike. It's pet friendly and family friendly," shares a camper.
Consider water safety: Swimming areas vary in terms of supervision and conditions. "There is a roped off swimming area. The swimming area has sidewalk almost to the beach area but the ground all the way to the sand is hard so wheelchair's, strollers, ice chest, and anything with wheels is perfect," notes a visitor to Chickasabogue Park.
Pack extra supplies: The distance from stores means planning ahead for family needs. "The campground is about 10 miles from the nearest convenient store or restaurant so it is best to stock up on groceries before you come," advises a visitor to Fort Pickens Campground.
Tips from RVers
Reserve pull-through sites: Many campgrounds offer spacious pull-through options for larger rigs. "Super friendly staff and the spots, wowza, they are huge and all pull through. Bring your bikes, lots of roads to explore with little traffic. Oh, and all sites also have sewer!" notes a visitor to Blakeley State Park.
Watch for low-hanging branches: Tree coverage can create challenges for taller RVs at some campgrounds. "The RV sites are not on any type of paved or level ground and are not suitable for larger RVs. They're VERY close together and there are a lot of trees," cautions a visitor about The Retreat RV & Campground.
Consider site location: Some campgrounds have distinct differences between camping sections. "We prefer to stay in Loop A because there are way fewer sites in that section and you don't get the feeling of being crowded like in Loops B – E. There is also more shade in Loop A which is very welcomed in the summer," explains a Fort Pickens visitor.
