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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Daphne, AL

699 Reviews

Meaher State Park Campground permits pets throughout its waterfront property with full hookup sites. Located in Spanish Fort near Mobile Bay, this park offers level concrete pads and grassy areas where dogs can enjoy outdoor time. Several sites back directly to the water with scenic bay views, and all provide water, electric, and sewer connections. Blakeley State Park Campground also welcomes pets with multiple camping options including RV sites, tent areas, and cabins. The campgrounds feature well-maintained facilities with picnic tables and fire rings at each site. Dogs must remain leashed at all designated camping areas. Both parks maintain clean grounds with sufficient space between sites, allowing comfortable accommodation for campers traveling with pets. Argentine ants can be problematic at some sites, so pet owners should bring protective measures like borax or baking soda to keep pets safe.

The short trails at Meaher State Park provide convenient walking paths for dogs needing exercise, with boardwalks connecting different sections of the park. Across the road, Five Rivers educational center offers additional pet-friendly exploration opportunities. Gulf State Park Campground, located about an hour away in Orange Beach, provides more extensive pet-friendly accommodations with glamping options and beach access. Water access points throughout these parks allow supervised pets to cool off during warmer months. Campground gates require entry codes after hours, so pet owners should ensure they receive proper access information before arrival. The Retreat RV & Campground on Styx River provides another pet-friendly option with riverside sites where dogs can enjoy water access. Most campsites feature shaded areas, important for pets during Alabama's hot summer months.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Daphne, Alabama (119)

    1. Meaher State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    Daphne, AL
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 626-5529

    "It’s nestled next to Battleship Parkway and makes for an easy jaunt into Mobile to get dinner or check out some of the local brews/night spots."

    "Nice flat sites in the pines and next to the Bay. Bathhouses are nice. Only problem is they are push button showers so it takes a couple pushes to get it hot."

    2. Blakeley State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Spanish Fort, AL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 626-5581

    "There's a lot of cool Civil War history to witness, as well as a beautiful walking path/deck along the bay."

    "**When you think Alabama this is the kind of beauty you imagine. The water, huge oak and cypress trees, Spanish moss, boardwalks are all lovely to explore."

    3. Gulf State Park Campground

    102 Reviews
    Orange Beach, AL
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 948-7275

    "This was our first visit to Gulf Shores State Park in Alabama.  The check in was as slow as molasses even though they had lots of staff, mostly standing. "

    "Gulf Shores Alabama Gulf State Park Current camping spot on the canal. Ours is a nice pull thru with electric and water. Almost 500 sites here from tent to big rig friendly."

    4. Harper - Blakeley State Park

    4 Reviews
    Spanish Fort, AL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 626-5581

    $20 - $30 / night

    "April 4, 2021 Camper Van Site: Harper #7 Primitive $20 Over 2,000 acres crisscrossed with trails."

    "Love the history here as well as the various trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. Still can’t believe that this woodsy campground is minutes away from Mobile."

    5. Apalachee RV Campground - Blakeley State Park

    4 Reviews
    Spanish Fort, AL
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 626-5581

    "Kayaking trails all around in the park and local. Close by to big city life but camping in the wild yonder"

    "It is very close to Mobile, but also very secluded. There is alot of space between sites and lots to see and do within the campground also."

    6. Chickasabogue Park - Temporarily Closed

    9 Reviews
    Eight Mile, AL
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 574-2267

    "Chickasabogue is a bit run down but it’s a great spot to get away from the bustle of daily life. There’s a sports field, water access, and several short, easy paths to hKe."

    "There are hiking trails leading off from the site.

    The ants were not a problem & definitely not as bad as compared to other local sites I've camped at."

    7. The Retreat RV & Campground On Styx River

    7 Reviews
    Robertsdale, AL
    16 miles
    Website

    $20 - $150 / night

    "It's located on the river and they have a pet beach separate so even your dogs can enjoy the water.

    The camp manager is nice and very helpful. They are definitely a great asset."

    "The grounds are very beautiful and there are many places that you can walk around the campground. The river bank is gorgeous and we even spent a dinner out next to the river."

    8. Wales West RV Resort & Light Railway

    1 Review
    Fairhope, AL
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 569-5337

    "We were workampers here two years ago, so this park is near and dear to our hearts. The sites are easy pull-throughs onto gravel, wide and roomy with picnic tables."

    9. Dauphin Island Campground

    32 Reviews
    Dauphin Island, AL
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (251) 861-2742

    $50 / night

    "Campsites are just a short walk to the beach. The staff is very friendly and will be happy to help with any questions you might have. Bath house is cleaned every morning and showers were pretty warm."

    "Also, driving up to the window to let them know you were leaving is all there was to the check-out process. 

    The bathhouse was immaculate, regardless of the time of day."

    10. Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

    99 Reviews
    Gulf Breeze, FL
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (850) 934-2622

    $20 - $40 / night

    "But other than that the showers / bathrooms are close by & clean, you can take a short walk to watch the sunrise & sunset .."

    "Gorgeous white sand beaches a short walk from the campground. Clean, great hot showers, level asphalt pads, water and electric, dump station on site."

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  • b
    Feb. 8, 2019

    Fort Pickens Campground — Gulf Islands National Seashore

    Good but not very private

    We went tent camping for two nights with our pups at Fort Pickens and we really did enjoy it. The campground was nice and clean. They had nice showers and potties as well. The showers in the RV section have better shower heads btw. The beaches are gorgeous! A tip for travelers with pets, FL does not allow dogs on their beaches accept in specific "dog park" locations. Our dogs are not.. eh, normal .. so we ended up driving down to a private beach so they could enjoy the ocean. There is a lot of night life but We decided to skip that this trip. We enjoyed the beaches in the park at night and i highly recommend it! All in all we enjoyed our trip but we probably won't be back to Fort Pickens campground. The sites are very close together and we had a very nosey and drunk neighbor who really wanted to chat. We camp to get away from people, just saying. We were also bothered by RV and truck lights shining directly into our tent both nights from people driving through the campground. Not the best but we enjoyed camping at the beach.

  • Y
    Sep. 8, 2022

    Shepard State Park Campground

    Lots to do here!

    The primitive campsite was very nice. Even though the park was a bit crowded we still had privacy. The dog park was perfect for our two large dog, very clean. My toddler had a very easy time walking around which was a huge plus!  The marsh trails were perfect for viewing wildlife. 10/10, would recommend!

  • B
    May. 14, 2024

    Deer Creek RV Park

    Highly Recommend and will stay here again

    We stayed at Deer Creek RV Park after returning from Florida headed back out west and this place is awesome. It is very conveniently located off I-65 and the park is very well kept, bathhouses are immaculate and very large. Has a dog park which our dog loved being off leash and owners are very nice, informative and can also recommend great restaurants around. They also have two other RV sites close to Gulf Shores and OWA in Foley. Highly recommend!

  • E
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Alabama Coast Campground

    Very nice spot!

    Extremely scenic and friendly staff. Great playground, 2 dog parks. Would stay again!

  • e
    Oct. 17, 2021

    Pensacola Beach RV Resort

    Not Happy this stay

    This is our 3rd time here we pay a lot of extra money for premium site only to find out that they have a tiki bar directly behind us . Partly spoiling our view but the worst part is lots of people walking through our site to get to bar . This includes workers at bar pulling through supplies on carts . People drunk outside our camper cursing and swearing at night . We came for beautiful relaxing time not happening . The place looks lovely and we have enjoyed it immensely until this time . Also people not using dog park and dogs shitting on our premium site . Next to us had a family that had 4 RVs and they all congregated at the one beside us taking over part of our lot . I couldn’t hardly use my outdoor shower without 20 or more people there . This place has really changed . We won’t be back will look in destin probably for the future.

  • Jaimee D.
    Nov. 22, 2020

    Gulf Shores-Pensacola West KOA

    Enjoyed Our Stay

    We stayed for the weekend. First thoughts were that it felt a bit cramped. We had an issue with the electrical that we couldn’t figure out, but one of the campground workers was very nice and tried to help us figure out the issue. We loved walking to the waterfront. My son enjoyed the basketball court. My kids loved the pool. It was quiet at night. The dog park consists of two fenced in areas which was nice because my dog gets bored quickly of the same area, so I alternated between the two. Overall it was a decent stay. The basic pull throughs do not have a fire pit, which sucked because it was chilly at night. The store was nice, as well. There is an entrance and an exit on opposite ends of the park - the exit is a bit tight and my husband was nervous to pull the camper that way. We noticed several people going out the entrance because it’s easier, just a heads up.

  • Karen S.
    Dec. 27, 2023

    Gulf State Park Campground

    Spacious sites, amenities and close to ocean, but no dogs

    This was our first visit to Gulf Shores State Park in Alabama.  The check in was as slow as molasses even though they had lots of staff, mostly standing.  Waited in line for 45 minutes with one person ahead of us taking her sweet time to book a future campsite.  Our site was nice, spacious with privacy.  We were worried about the alligators and snakes so kept pups on a short leash.

    The beach was beautiful, with sandy white shores and lots of shells.  However, if you have dogs, it's a no-go so they have to stay back at the camp.  They do have a lovely dog park, right on the lake where dogs can run and swim, but the 'do not feed alligators' was a concern.  Locals said they had never seen one in 15 years... so not sure and not sure I want my dog to be the exception.

    We enjoyed the friendly, southern hospitality of the town and would definitely return.  I would investigate other dog friendly places in the area.

  • Jenny The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 7, 2025

    Perdido Key RV Resort

    Small and fairly quiet

    This RV park is tucked under the overpass and situated across from a golf course and next to a neighborhood. We were able to safely ride our bikes on the sidewalk to the public beach that wasn’t far at all. There’s also a public dog park/beach not far from the RV park. The little beach at the RV park is right where the house boats anchor and so it’s a little awkward to sit for a while as you feel you’re looking into their living room windows. The pool is nice - there’s a shaded canopy area on the side of the pool. Perdido Key is a very quiet town with not a lot to do and shuts down pretty early.
    The public beach at the end of the road was hard to find a parking spot - very small parking lot with limited parking.

  • Kloee S.
    Mar. 20, 2022

    Ahoy RV Resort

    Nice clean park with friendly staff

    This is a nice RV Park with lots of ammenties, like shuffleboard, pickleball, basketball, social room, pool with cool slide and a dog park. Its pretty close to the highway, so you get road noise, but its not bad. The drive in is about 1/4 mile of dirt road, but the park is paved with decent sized gravel sites, patios, picnic table and firepit and there is a "lake" in the middle of the park. The park is surrounded by tall pine trees, which is really nice. It was pretty expensive, and is 15 miles from the beach (66 for one night including discount), so not sure that we'd be back, but their weekly and monthly fees arent so bad. Overall a very nice park.

Guide to Daphne

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Daphne, Alabama, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry friends. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Daphne

Tips for camping with dogs near Daphne

  • Always keep your dog on a leash while at Chickasabogue Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting All About Relaxing RV Park, as the park has limited nearby markets.
  • Make sure to clean up after your dog to maintain the cleanliness of the campgrounds, especially at Ahoy RV Resort, which has a friendly atmosphere for all guests.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include

  • Bay Palms RV Resort offers spacious sites and a welcoming environment for pets, making it a great choice for families traveling with dogs.
  • Bella Terra of Gulf Shores is a luxury RV resort that allows pets and features beautiful landscaping and amenities for a comfortable stay.
  • Riverside RV Resort provides a peaceful setting with concrete pads and friendly staff, ensuring a pleasant experience for you and your pet.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Daphne, AL is Meaher State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 32 reviews.

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