Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Camden, AL

Looking for the best options for camping with dogs near Camden? Find the best information on pet-friendly campsites and dispersed camping near Camden, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a place near local attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect spot for you and your pup.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Camden, AL (20)

    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground

    1. Millers Ferry Campground

    11 Reviews
    39 Photos
    47 Saves
    Camden, Alabama

    Overview

    Millers Ferry Campground, also known as East Bank, is located on scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline. Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.

    Recreation

    The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.

    Natural Features

    The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground

    2. COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    23 Photos
    6 Saves
    Camden, Alabama

    Overview

    Chilatchee Creek Campground is located on its namesake at scenic Dannelly Reservoir in Alabama's Black Prairie Belt. The reservoir sits on the Alabama River and covers roughly 27 square miles, boasting more than 500 miles of shoreline. Boating, fishing, hunting and hiking are popular activities.

    Recreation

    The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.

    Facilities

    The park offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish, and numerous fishing tournaments and annual festivals are held in the immediate area. Whitetail deer and wild turkeys roam the park, creating excellent bow-hunting opportunities.

    Natural Features

    The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $26 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground

    3. Prairie Creek Campground

    16 Reviews
    16 Photos
    11 Saves
    Selma, Alabama

    Overview

    Prairie Creek Campground is situated beneath moss-draped oaks on the banks of Woodruff Lake. The lake is part of the scenic Alabama River in the region's Black Prairie Belt. For sportsmen, the campground offers a wonderful opportunity to relax between fishing and hunting trips. Water sports and hiking are also popular activities.

    Recreation

    Woodruff Lake offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Boating, jet skiing and other water sports are big draws to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and provides prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkey, hogs and a variety of small game and waterfowl.

    Facilities

    Woodruff Lake offers excellent fishing for bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Boating, jet skiing and other water sports are big draws to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The Lowndes Wildlife Management area, located nearby, covers 12,500 acres and provides prime hunting for whitetail deer, wild turkey, hogs and a variety of small game and waterfowl.

    Natural Features

    The Black Prairie Belt is characterized by rich, dark soils and a mosaic of rolling grasslands and dense hardwood and pine forests.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $32 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek

    4. Isaac Creek

    8 Reviews
    18 Photos
    61 Saves
    Monroeville, Alabama

    Overview

    Isaac Creek Campground is located on Claiborne Lake in Alabama's southwest Hill Country. The lake encompasses more than 60 miles of the Alabama River, and Isaac Creek has great appeal to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors.

    Recreation

    The area's waterways offer anglers the opportunity to fish for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Boating and water sports are also a main draw to the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for easy water access. The vast expanse of surrounding land allows for bow and shotgun hunting for game like whitetail deer, wild turkey and hog.

    Natural Features

    The campground is situated between Isaac Creek and Claiborne Lake, in a forest of hardwood and pine.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 - $26 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes
    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes
    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes
    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes
    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes
    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes

    5. Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes

    1 Review
    6 Photos
    Camden, Alabama

    Overview

    Elm Bluff Campround is very rustic. Water is available but no power. It is located on a beautiful stretch of the Alabama River. Cell service is limited. Please make reservations in advance.____

    • Pets
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $14 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground

    6. Sherling Lake Park and Campground

    4 Reviews
    7 Photos
    15 Saves
    Camden, Alabama
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Haines Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Haines Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Haines Island
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake City Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake City Park

    8. Sherling Lake City Park

    2 Reviews
    12 Photos
    19 Saves
    Camden, Alabama
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $42 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Chickasaw State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Chickasaw State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Chickasaw State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Chickasaw State Park Campground

    9. Chickasaw State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    4 Photos
    4 Saves
    Demopolis, Alabama
    • Pets
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Foscue Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Foscue Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Foscue Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Foscue Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Foscue Creek
    Camper-submitted photo from Foscue Creek

    10. Foscue Creek

    6 Reviews
    22 Photos
    44 Saves
    Demopolis, Alabama

    Overview

    Foscue Creek Campground is nestled on the forested lake shore of Demopolis Lake, the largest lake on the Black Warrior-Tombigbee Waterway. Demopolis Lake offers 10,000 acres of water to explore. The region is excellent for hunting, and game is plentiful. Foscue Creek Campground offers a peaceful retreat for families, anglers, boaters and those who want to get away any time of year.

    Recreation

    Fishing and hunting are the most popular activities in the area. Whether fishing by boat or along the bank of the park, anglers can fish for bass, crappie, bream, catfish and other species. Day-use visitors and campers alike can enjoy a boat ramp and hiking trail at the campground. Foscue Creek Nature Trail takes walkers and joggers along the shoreline and provides benches for wildlife viewing and trail markers for tree identification.

    Natural Features

    The campground lies south of the confluence of the Black Warrior and Tombigbee Rivers. The Black Belt region of Alabama is a diverse area of dense conifer stands and rolling meadows that feature colorful wildflower displays. Wood ducks, bald eagles, blue birds and many other species of wildlife inhabit the lake area. Black Warrior-Tombigbee Waterway consists of six lakes with a total length of 457 miles and 39,800 surface acres of water.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (334) 402-1608.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $40 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Camden

68 Reviews of 20 Camden Campgrounds


  • SJ W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Claiborne Lake Damsite West Bank
    Dec. 9, 2024

    Claiborne Lake Damsite West Bank

    Not well cared for but convenient to get to

    There was a lot of trash while I was here, there are bins but people didn’t use them? Or they did and nobody has come to get the trash bags? At least a truck beds worth of trash right now. However I am incredibly grateful for this spot, It’s raining and it is a paved easy road to get down in this land of low lying dirt roads, that was clutch. There’s a really nasty vault toilet down the hill, surprisingly there was toilet paper and what looks to be some trails but since it’s raining I probably will not partake.

    Cool dam to watch if you drive down the hill too where the bathrooms are. It’s a shame that those who have used it have abused it, I’m going to clean it up the best I can, it could be a really pretty place.

    There was nobody here in December on a rainy day. There are 2 loops - 1 for tents and smaller rigs and 1 that anything could fit. I wonder if this place gets busy, it is well used.

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    May. 2, 2024

    COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground

    Piece of nature heaven!

    Level gavel site! Lots of trees So cool to see lighting bugs at night! Lot of sites on the water not ours though. Trails and nature for walking dogs. Nice playground. Laundry and bathroom needs updated, but clean.Fire~ring, picnic table, and water & electric at each sight. Not a good signal with T-Mobile. Thought we were lost because the dirt road to get to the campground was very narrow and rough. Once arrived near the campground it was fine!

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    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!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Nov. 3, 2023

    Isaac Creek

    Awesome Campground

    The campground is surrounded by creeks, rivers, and hunting land owned by the Army Corps of Engineers. I had a wonderful experience there along with friendly staff. They kept the bathrooms and showers clean.

  • Don K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    Jul. 28, 2023

    Millers Ferry Campground

    A favorite place

    This is one of my favorite places to spend a few days. It is by a beautiful lake and a friendly, well kept campground. It's also close to home so it is easy to run down and get out of town.

  • Aaron D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Jul. 24, 2023

    Prairie Creek Campground

    Hidden Gem right on the water

    We stayed in spot 36. We we're very close to the water with a little cutout to walk down to the water. Bathrooms were clean but had no AC, they we're fairly close to the site. Pull through site was easy to park but required side to side leveling. Verizon cell service was okay, bounced between 1-2 bars with 10-20 mbps. Quite a drive from Montgomery but well worth it for the morning views out over the water. Just a warning that the ants were crazy! We're still cleaning them out of our camper.

  • Napunani
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Demopolis Lake Foscue Creek Campground
    Jun. 26, 2023

    COE Demopolis Lake Foscue Creek Campground

    What a Steal!

    PROS 

    Immaculate grounds throughout the campground. Always saw someone working at it. 

    Site 49 level concrete pad surrounded by pea gravel, with moveable aluminum table, pedestal BBQ grill, metal fire ring and wooden fish cleaning table. 

    Bathhouse very clean and in good working condition with soap and TP 

    Quiet except for occasional train whistle 

    Sue at gate check in very nice and helpful and then Bill escorted us to our site. What great customer service! 

    Security gates closed at 10p; open at 6a. No overnight entry. 

    America the Beautiful Pass discounted the site to$15/night...WHAT A STEAL! 

    No reservation transaction fee incurred 

    T-MOBILE 2 bars 

    CONS 

    Site numbers painted on asphalt and on electrical box 

    Roads are narrow in some areas 

    No park WIFI 

    Don’t Miss 

    Barges on the waterway 

    Smokin’ Jack BBQ in Demopolis 

    Lower Pool park with the damn and the last lock heading south

  • L&A C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    Jun. 23, 2023

    Millers Ferry Campground

    Great weekend retreat

    Great space between sites, pet friendly, nice bathrooms and showers, friendly and helpful host, clean site with concrete pad and picnic table and fire pit! Water access nearby and fun swimming area and playground! Our family had Lots of fun & We will definitely be back!

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    May. 24, 2023

    Millers Ferry Campground

    Great sites, lousy bathrooms

    Large, well kept sites. Horrible bathrooms a long walk from many sites. If the urge hits, you won't make it. Bring your own if you can.

  • Staci R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Jan. 8, 2023

    Isaac Creek

    Frosty January camping

    Isaac Creek campground is very well laid out. All of the campground's staff are friendly, helpful, and just pleasant to work with. I stayed on site 45 which had an electrical problem, on going for several months, and although no one could come fix it the weekend I was here, they offered to immediately move me to an open site. The bathhouse was very clean, Can't ground and common grounds were also well kept. The marine museum is closed, looks like permanently. Overall this was a very clean pleasant campground to visit and would recommend it.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Owassa Lakeside RV Park
    Dec. 17, 2022

    Owassa Lakeside RV Park

    Friendly place

    Quiet levelish sites, with friendly staff. Walked the campground and visited with several other residents and they were happy to chat.

  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Nov. 26, 2022

    Isaac Creek

    Cell data not so good, ended up being a 1 nighter

    Arrived on Friday. Looked similar to others I had started at (and we have done plenty COE) Maybe the rain or something. Site has not been cleaned after previous campers. Trash bin at each site, was overflowing. Broken camping table left by previous also, still there. Maybe that’s the penalty for arriving on a long weekend. Would have given it the benefit of the doubt, but T-mobile and Verizon 5G both downscaled to 4G. Download ok, but upload sucked.

    Hostess was friendly and real helpful.

  • Joe O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Millers Ferry Campground
    Oct. 1, 2022

    Millers Ferry Campground

    Best place we've ever been!

    Talk about a nice campground! Secluded, quiet, right on the water. Only thing that would make it better is full hookup.

  • Terry P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Creek Campground
    Sep. 15, 2022

    Prairie Creek Campground

    Mostly shaded sites

    Prairie Creek Campground was mostly empty during our 1 night stopover. It is an attractive, wooded campground with mostly shaded sites. Sites along the lake tended to be closer together than I like, but with great views. Sites across the street tended to offer a little more space and, in some cases, more privacy. There were only two other occupied sites in our loop at the opposite end of our section. I had picked a secluded, wooded campsite away from the lake, but was able to move to a secluded, lakeside campsite which turned out to be one of the most enjoyable of our 6 week trip. The bathhouse was old, but clean. It was pleasant to walk the dog around the campground with the added benefit of also being able to walk through the old abandoned campground that was destroyed by a hurricane.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground
    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.

  • Kelly E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes
    Mar. 22, 2022

    Elm Bluff Campground — Alabama River Lakes

    March 2022

    A somewhat hidden off the beaten path campground. Approximately 10 sites along the Alabama river. Good catfish fishing. Water hookups. Clean outhouses (in the off season at least). Large paved parking pads. Boat launch. I drove through Two miles of red mud to get to the paved access road

  • Kelly E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Haines Island
    Mar. 22, 2022

    Haines Island

    March 2023

    Well this site was interesting. I checked it out but as a solo traveler my gut said nope. It’s free and the host at Issac Creek said it is safe. An outhouse and defunct ferry system that was very cool. It’s a long drop from the hard road to the camping area. Wet conditions could make for an adventure getting out. Clearly not maintained. I’m not saying no, just be prepared.

  • Kelly E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Isaac Creek
    Mar. 22, 2022

    Isaac Creek

    March 2022

    Corps of Engineers Campground on the Alabama River with on site host. Well maintained facilities and plenty of retirees who found a good deal. Very long and wide paved sites. Room for large fifth wheel or motor coach plus a vehicle. Lots of fishing boats as well.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Sherling Lake Park and Campground
    Mar. 15, 2022

    Sherling Lake Park and Campground

    Hidden little gem

    Such a sweet campground! Very close to the interstate. Extremely affordable for full hook ups. Pull through and back in sites available. The only things to mention that are not the norm are. We didn't have to make a reservation and did not have to pay until the next morning. Also, no soap in the public bathroom. Just FYI. Perfect for just an overnight.

  • Dan M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chickasaw State Park Campground
    Mar. 5, 2022

    Chickasaw State Park Campground

    CCC Remnants , Chickasaw SP

    Small road side park that the state had turned over to the County some years ago.

    It only has 3 RV sites and typically offers water and electricity only.

    Nothing more than a class "C" should stay.

    Tent camping is welcome. 

    Bathrooms were closed for the season and the water is off due to a leak.

    There is a dump station located by the restrooms. 

    There is WMA property across the road that could be accessed for hiking.



Guide to Camden

If you're looking for pet-friendly camping options near Camden, Alabama, there are several great spots where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

Pet owners like the natural surroundings and activities

  • At Elm Bluff Campground, you can enjoy fishing and nature walks along the Alabama River, making it a great spot for outdoor adventures with your pet.
  • Haines Island provides a unique experience with its secluded setting, allowing for peaceful exploration and relaxation with your furry companion.
  • Sherling Lake City Park offers trails and a serene lake, perfect for a day of hiking and enjoying nature with your dog.

Tips for camping with dogs near Camden

  • Bring bug spray when visiting Millers Ferry Campground to keep those pesky mosquitoes at bay while you and your pet enjoy the outdoors.
  • Ensure your dog is comfortable with the environment at COE Alabama River Lakes Chilatchee Creek Campground, where wildlife and nature trails abound.
  • Always keep your pet on a leash and clean up after them to maintain the beauty of places like Isaac Creek, ensuring a pleasant experience for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Camden, AL?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Camden, AL is Millers Ferry Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 11 reviews.

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