Best Dispersed Camping near Elba, AL

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Elba, AL (2)

    Camper-submitted photo from Geneva State Lake
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    1. Geneva State Lake

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    Kinston, Alabama

    Permit required

    Fishing, Trail riding, Hiking, and Primitive Camping Fishing is available in the 100-acre lake. Primitive roads throughout the forest provide a scenic view for trail rides. The longleaf forests provide ample habitat for viewing many native wildlife species including: deer, turkey, quail, rabbit, fox, bobcat, squirrel, and non-game species as well. The Alabama Hiking Trail Society has established and maintains a hiking trail around the lake. Each of these recreational activities requires a daily permit which can be obtained at Geneva State Forest Lake.

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    2 Reviews of 2 Elba Campgrounds


    • SJ W.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Geneva State Lake
      Dec. 9, 2024

      Geneva State Lake

      Beautiful and secluded

      Note - I drive a 20’ van - so non level is ok for me but these sites were not level - but I spent 2 nights sat/sun - and it was gorgeous especially for sunrise. Wish I could have stayed longer but I didn’t want to get stuck there in the rain - it was about 5 miles of dirt roads to get in there and they were well maintained but I didn’t want to risk it.

      There are 2 hiking trails - more like atv trails that go to either side of the lake from the campground. You can go further into the forest but it was deer hunting season so I didn’t explore.

      It was so peaceful and the sunrises over the lake were breathtaking.

      $5 a day and there is a QR code on the board to pay, or you can by an annual pass for $40 if you plan on staying at least 9 days it’s worth it. It doesn’t hold your place on the form unless you create an account which is why the dyrt link doesn’t work.

      Overall if I’m passing through again I would go back.

      Also appreciated the free trash cleanup, clean porta potties and picnic tables. No fire rings really but you can tell where people burn campfires.

      It’s a well maintained park and you can tell a lot of love has gone into it. Even had a ranger come through!

    • Vand H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Geneva State Lake
      Nov. 11, 2024

      Geneva State Lake

      Geneva State Lake

      Beautiful park to camp next to the lake with 2 fishing docks. No bathrooms just port a potty. The camping price is $2 per night, no reservation is needed, and is online payment.


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    • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Elba, AL?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Elba, AL is Geneva State Lake with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.