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Best Tent Camping near Alabama River Lakes

142 Reviews

The Alabama River Lakes region offers limited designated tent camping options, primarily at two established areas. Jones Bluff, also known as Bob Woodruff Park, provides access to the Alabama River but doesn't offer immediate camping facilities. Nearby alternatives include Prairie Creek Park Campgrounds and Gunter Hill Park, both operated by the Army Corps of Engineers and serving tent campers exploring the river system.

Tent campers at Murchison Farm in Pine Apple will find basic amenities suitable for primitive camping experiences. The campground provides drinking water, toilets, and shower facilities, though no electric hookups are available. Sites accommodate both drive-in and walk-in access, making it versatile for different camping preferences. Fires are permitted, and firewood is available on-site. The campground operates seasonally from March through October, requiring advance reservations for tent sites.

The Alabama River Lakes camping experience offers opportunities for water-based recreation alongside tent camping. A review mentioned, "This is a large parcel of land owned and operated by the Army Corps of Engineers... there's access to swimming, hiking, fishing and of course boating." Tent campers frequently use these sites as a base for exploring the Alabama River, with proximity to both natural areas and cultural attractions. Visitors can enjoy the relative seclusion of riverside camping while remaining close enough to Montgomery for day trips. The combination of water access and wooded surroundings creates an appealing environment for primitive tent camping, particularly during spring and fall when temperatures are most comfortable.

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Tent Camping Reviews near Alabama River Lakes

142 Reviews of 2 Alabama River Lakes Campgrounds

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 27, 2018

    Gunter Hill

    Quiet in the Shoulder Season

    In New England it's challenging to find a campground that is open in late November/early December but that's certainly not the case in the south! Sometimes I experience the opposite problem, tons of people everywhere thanks to the warmer weather. However, when we pulled into Gunter Hill this time of year we were surprised to see how empty the place was. There were a few large RVs in the area but only one other tent camper like ourselves.

    The sites are nicely spaced out so even if there had been a lot of people there, it wouldn't have felt too crowded. Large old trees with beautiful Spanish moss provide plenty of shade in the sites. The river also runs pretty close to some of the sites as well. Our site had a nice paved pull in as well as a gravel area with a large picnic table and fire ring. In addition there was a stand up grill available as well. On the other side of the concrete pull in was a nice flat spot for us to pitch our tent. Plenty of room for everything here. Water and electric hookups were easily accessible right in our site. The ground below the water spigot drains well and doesn't create a large mud puddle when you use it, a piece of campground engineering I have come to greatly appreciate. The site has a nice lantern/trash pole that includes a small shelf, great for all sorts of things!

    The bathrooms are nice and were all maintained. We didn't use the showers but the toilets and sinks were more than adequate for morning and evening necessities.

    The location is great, right outside of the city and perfectly placed for us to stop on our road trip from the national park sites in Tuskegee and heading to them in Selma.

    Despite being two females and the campground being relatively empty, we felt incredibly safe. I mention this because this is not always the case when we camp in southern states.

  • Bran P.
    Sep. 26, 2016

    Gunter Hill

    Quiet woods all around!

    The Catoma Loop is only a couple of years old and is FHU 50A with paved roads, concrete parking pads and pea gravel patio. Busy but quiet woods all around. On the Alabama River Lakes with a boat ramp in the older Antioch Loop which is in need of updating. Only water and electric there and better suited for smaller rigs. We were on site 35 right across from the playground. It is difficult to get the Catoma Loop to pop up on the Reserve America’s site. No swimming here but nice place to rides bikes, relax and soak up the green.

  • Wolf P.
    Oct. 9, 2019

    Prairie Creek Campground

    Quiet, out of the way, and a charming place

    Wifi non-existent.

    sketchy phone service...we have verizon and had very limited coverage.

    great staff...very helpful.

    showers...pressure was great!  restrooms were old(er), but clean!

    Site was very level....ours had good shade...fair amount of space and many concrete pads (but not all).

    Some have raised issues about the ants...we did see ants, but ONLY on the tent walk in area...and there were places there that looked like the ants would have been a real issue.

  • B M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 2, 2020

    Kountry Air RV Park

    Clean quiet campground

    We have stayed here many times when were on the road heading  out for the summer.  We had full hook up, a picnic table & there is a small clean restroom near the pool if needed along with a laundry room & place to sit inside if it's hot out.  They have DVD's and some books we trade them where were there. We only stay a night & stay hooked up to the truck. The owners Gigi & her husband work hard to keep the gardens beautiful, the campground maintained & the pool is so clean & refreshing.  You can get propane here. 

    We've stayed 3 different time & had a nice site towards the back with a garden on the side. 

    It's off the beaten path a little but well worth it.

    Full Service Hookups 30/50 AMP Electrical Service Pull Through Sites Large Sites– plenty of room for slide outs City Water Propane Fill and Exchange Center– 7 days a week Trailer Rentals– Fully Equipped Ice Escort to Site, 24-Hour Laundry Room Clean Showers Free WIFI Hotspot Park-Like Setting– lots of shade trees Walking Trails Swimming Pool~ Seasonal, Picnic Areas Group Fire Ring Gazebo Group Picnic Area.

  • Asher K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2017

    Sherling Lake City Park

    Perfect for RV Camping

    This was a beautiful campground and very well taken care of. However, it was mostly set up for RVs and not for tent camping. Each site has plenty of space and a hookup. There are also central bathrooms and covered picnic benches that work well for groups. If you want to get out and do some hiking there are also trails around the park. Just remember it can get hot here in the summer so be prepared.

  • E
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Prairie Creek Campground

    Bring ant killer if camping in tents!

    The tent sites are walk in only...guess I missed that bit of info when I reserved. The guy at the gate was nice enough to change us from the furthest site to the closest...with 2 kids in tow I definitely didn't want to carry all the our supplies in! Sadly the sites were infested with ants!! They were everywhere..inside everything and we had to toss food that was in containers...just gave us the jitters! Spray killed many of them but we used an entire can and still had ants!

    The bath house and washer/dryer were clean.

    Ppl were friendly. The lake wss gorgeous

  • M
    Apr. 26, 2022

    COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground

    Older but peaceful

    Access: very rough road on the short section of dirt. Older area First impressions: old and very minimally kept up Sites: well spaced,clean,big, I would suggest clearing some of the brush and smaller trees for a better water view Bathroom/shower: need updating but extremely clean and well stocked Host: extremely friendly and talkative,very helpful Positives: peaceful, wildlife,great fishing, decent boat ramp,away from big cities Negatives:updating needed, better road going in,clean up the area around the piers maybe replace piers, clean up brush around the sites, clean up the front host site where a camper burned, clean up the old picnic tables around the area that ain’t being used.

  • L&A C.
    Apr. 30, 2024

    Millers Ferry Campground

    Great RV Lakeside Park

    Third time at Millers Ferry! Water & electric hook ups . Good water pressure, dump station on property. Our site was paved and easily accommodated our 40 ft Rv/ fifth wheel & Dooley. Each site has a fire ring/with top grate to grill, picnic table, shepherd hook.Bathroom clean another one under construction. Nice playground. $1 for washer and dryer. Lots of sites are gravel as well, but level. Lots of people fish-parking for trucks & trailers at water ramp on property. No dog park, but lots of nature walks and paved roads to walk on. Oh yes, Lots of mosquitoes & ants, bring bug spray for a more pleasant stay! Shopping in town about 15-20 minutes away. Several good restaurants. There is a Piggly Wiggly, True Value Hardware, and Dollar stores. Approx 20-30 min to Walmart, next town over. Public lake for swimming, on site, with playground!

  • Jess S.
    Jul. 10, 2019

    Prairie Creek Campground

    Waterfront camping

    Gorgeous sites, many right on the water. We saw huge paddlefish jumping out of the water, many birds and deer on the nature trail. Bring fishing poles. Staff super friendly. Would get five stars but the ants really are bad. It's a southern campground thing apparently. Be prepared and you'll be fine. Walk-in sites really nice and trail is flat and will accommodate wagon for hauling gear easily.

Guide to Alabama River Lakes

Tent camping near Alabama River Lakes offers a blend of natural beauty and outdoor activities, making it an ideal getaway for nature enthusiasts.

Tent campers should check out Jones Bluff

  • Located right on the Alabama River, Jones Bluff provides access to swimming, hiking, and fishing, perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in nature.

Tent campers like these nearby activities

  • For those interested in boating, the area around Jones Bluff is close to well-maintained launching areas, making it easy to enjoy a day on the water.

Tent campers appreciate these amenities

  • At Murchison Farm, campers can enjoy amenities like drinking water, showers, and the option to have fires, ensuring a comfortable camping experience.

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near Alabama River Lakes?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Alabama River Lakes is Jones Bluff with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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