Best Tent Camping near Bear Creek, AL

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Best Tent Sites Near Bear Creek, AL (25)

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Recent Tent Reviews in Bear Creek

316 Reviews of 25 Bear Creek Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    One of Our Favs

    Our RV GPS and Waze brought us south from Tishomingo via MS-25 to MS-4 to John Rankin Hwy. It’s a more scenic and narrower road than just taking MS-25 south, but there were no issues. We had made online reservations earlier that day for this Army Corps of Engineers Campground (CG) where we get a 50% discount per night using the National Parks Access Pass. We arrived earlier than 2:00 PM when the check-in gate opens, but there was a sign to go ahead and set up and come back at 2:00 to check-in. As we had our site number, we headed directly to pull through site 9 with water and electric(50/30/20 AMP). This was our third time camping at Whitten and we were delighted to find that they had combined site 8 and 9 into one long site. This site still had the old site amenities, which meant that we had double electric pedestals, water spigots, patio areas with picnic table, standup bbq, and fire pit. We were able to adjust our 5th wheel to avoid the several unlevel areas in this very long pull through. As with most COEs, water pressure was good and the electric worked fine. Whitten CG has a lot of mature trees, so satellite is iffy. We had no north shot for our Starlink. However, we got 2 to 3 bars on Verizon and the Mifi worked well for our needs to include streaming. There’s no WiFi in the CG. Site 9 has water view and does not bump up to other sites, which we found highly desireable. During our first stay in 2019, each loop had a shower house with a washer and dryer that we had used. Our last stay was an overnighter and we didn’t need to do laundry, so we hadn't checked those facilities out. This time we were here for three nights and had planned on doing laundry only to find the doors locked. We asked the camp host about the washers and dryers. He stated that the washers and dryers had been closed during COVID and now they were no long functional and weren't going to be replaced. We again enjoyed the trail system through out the CG and recreation area to walk our dogs. The James L. Whitten Historical Center is interesting to go through. There are several fishing piers as well. We came on a Wednesday and were pretty much by ourselves. Both Thursday and Friday campers started coming in around 11:30 AM filling up the CG. The camp hosts didn’t seem to mind the early arrivals and even opened up the office around noon for a few minutes to accommodate check-ins.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Nov. 6, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Nice park with reasonable pricing

    Stayed here for two nights. This place has everything we expect in a state park. Good roads, good day use area, great bathrooms, good spacing between campsites, beautiful views and camp store.

    Showers were very hot and the bathrooms were very clean!

    The best part was the price. I showed up without a reservation and got two nights with water and electric service for real cheap compared to everywhere else we camped for the last 7 months.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Forks Campground
    Oct. 20, 2024

    Twin Forks Campground

    Picturesque, reasonably-priced lakeside campground

    This city campground has many beautiful lakeside campsites along Bear Creek.  Sites are first-come, first-served.  We camped here in mid-October and had no problems getting a site.  The campground staff were friendly and helpful.

    The site is gravel with large wooden beams surrounding it.  We had to put a couple boards under the passenger side tires to level our rig; the site was pretty level from front to rear.  Easy setup.

    The campground was quiet during the evenings.  Fire rings are not provided, so bring your own fire pit if you'd like a campfire. 

    The park WiFi worked well for us - strong signal, roughly 40mbps download speeds.  Using T-Mobile, we had strong 5G service.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Labor Day weekend

    From the get go at checking in we noticed how laidback and friendly the staff was. We stayed in #26 which has an incline to park the RV which wasn’t a big deal for us. We liked that on the passenger side are view was woods with the lake. The restrooms could used an updated for sure but still very usable. Fishing off the fishing docks was great! Spacing between sites is decent with trees between at most sites. Very friendly family quiet campgrounds.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Piney Grove Campground

    Great Camping

    I picked a location just off the Trace to camp and ended up here. Very nice lake side campgrounds. Quite clean beautiful relaxing weekend trip.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Brush Creek Park
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Brush Creek Park

    Only one night

    First impressions pulling in I was thinking it was going to be awesome but while setting up we noticed thrash all over. The wife picked up a full bag of garbage while I was setting up. It was around 7pm we noticed that this camping area is a special spot for tweakers and some sketchy people. They did keep to themselves which worked out. I’d say this location isn’t that bad if you’re a believer in the 2nd and watching out constantly. The camper next to us decided to run the loudest generator from 8pm on. Going to the restroom early am noticed a guy up and watching from a distance. Also someone in the stall having a weird intense conversation with himself and was in there for over a hour. Park does have the possibility of being a great campground with some improvements and someone keeping out the tweakers.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Bama Campground & RV Park
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Bama Campground & RV Park

    Very friendly host, well setup, Would recommend!

    Stayed here on an overnight while driving through the state. Great site tucked in the woods, very private area. Huge field with little light pollution to stargaze. Very friendly host. Would Recommend.

  • Soren B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Perfect Layover Dog Friendly

    It's the perfect place to stop while traveling through. There are spacious spots, a short nature trail, a swimming area on the lake, and one good restaurant just down the road.

    There are some spots right on the lake.

  • ZThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Togetherness Works RV Park
    Jul. 2, 2024

    Togetherness Works RV Park

    Retriever Hunt Test

    We stayed here with 3 dogs and it could not have been better! The bathhouse was amazing and we practically had the park to ourselves! Dogs loved running around smelling all the smells!

  • Steve T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bama Campground & RV Park
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Bama Campground & RV Park

    Very peaceful surrounded by nature lots of amenities. Good people!

    This place is great if you like peace and quiet. Its in the middle of the country side near Bankhead Forest. The campground is nice.

  • Katrin M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    May. 27, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Campground by the lake

    We camped over the weekend in the old part of the campground. All sites have a firepit and a picnic bench. The sites are not very leveled and some were kinda flooded after heavy rain. It was just a bit run down. The bathhouse was old but clean and had good water pressure. The sites on the other side of the lake were absolutely beautiful and definitely newer. A lot of things in the campground were closed like the pool, lodge, and nature center. It seems they were under construction. The park has several trails to hike on. We did the one starting on the swinging bridge. They was good water access from a creek along the way, which was perfect for the dogs to cool off. We also visited Tupelo, which is about 50 min away. It was very interesting to see, where Elvis was from. I'm not sure if I would camp here again. Maybe in the late fall or winter time, when it's not so hot and humid.

  • junior B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Togetherness Works RV Park
    May. 21, 2024

    Togetherness Works RV Park

    The phone number has changed

    Hello Iam here to let everyone know that His number has changed and he hasn't been able to change it online yet. His new number is 205- 412-6773 if he doesn't answer leave him a voicemail or you can try to text him. Also if you see this please spread the word so he doesn't miss any business in the future. Thank you so much

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Second Creek Rec Area
    Mar. 29, 2024

    Second Creek Rec Area

    Weekend camp spot

    We camp here regularly on the weekends. Good location and easy to get to. We have been camping here for years good spot for fishing kayaking and just good family time. They have on site porta potties and picnic tables.

  • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Mar. 19, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Wooded sites, clean

    Stayed on a weekend in March. Campground was about 80% full. Bath and showers were clean. Concrete pad with adjacent gravel area for screen room, tent, etc. Laundry facilities were closed during our stay. Paved bike trail nearby. Limited walking trails within the campground. One dump station and trash collection area near the check-in. Good Verizon signal.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Mar. 12, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Great spot

    We had one of the primitive tent sites. It was great and hardly anyone else was at the park. Too cold for the water when we went. Bathrooms could have been nicer but better than nothing.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
    Mar. 10, 2024

    Piney Grove Campground

    Lovely campground!

    This was our first camping trip as RV owners, we have been tent camping before. We loved Piney Grove! It was off season so definitely not crowded. It was so peaceful and quiet, we chose a waterfront spot and we literally had our own beach in front of our RV. So beautiful! We’ll be back in the summer.

  • Cathy A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Point Mallard City Campground
    Mar. 3, 2024

    Point Mallard City Campground

    Only a small area is for short term , no wifi

    No wifi per office with no known date of repair. Relatively quiet, lots of vehicle traffic and golf carts. Office staff is very helpful and friendly. Majority of park is longterm. Dog friendly, no dog park at location. Close to shopping but far enough away for quiet.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from AdventAge Retreat
    Mar. 1, 2024

    AdventAge Retreat

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitten Park Campground
    Jan. 25, 2024

    Whitten Park Campground

    Exactly fits the description

    Nice park with 3 loops and a few short trails. Reservation on recreate.gov and my spot was $30 a night which feels a bit steep but seems to be the going rate. The spots are not private at all but there are trees.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Corinth Recreation Area
    Jan. 3, 2024

    Corinth Recreation Area

    Worst camping experience ever

    The natural beauty in that area is amazing however the camp ground in firefly loop leaves little to be desired and the camp host/hostess are extremely rude. Electric sites are advertised that they accommodate 2 tents however they do not. There is very little area to set up and the gravel is like concrete. There is grass and they don’t tell you a head of time but you can’t set up on the grass unless you are in the tent camping area. It’s is overpriced and poorly staffed.

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    Camper-submitted photo from T's Outback RV Park
    Oct. 22, 2023

    T's Outback RV Park

    Ok

    We checked out this park again for full time workers they did have a couple sites that they overnight it did look clean

  • William M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Oct. 10, 2023

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Quick Trip

    Park has huge potential! The refurbished sites are level and nicely laid out with water a sewer. The older sites not so much. Plenty of hiking trails, disc golf, fishing and kayaking available.



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