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Best Cabin Camping near Estillfork, AL

599 Reviews

Cabin accommodations near Estillfork provide options at multiple state parks and recreation areas in northeastern Alabama and nearby Tennessee. Monte Sano State Park offers cabins with electricity, heating and air conditioning, plus basic furniture including beds, tables and chairs. DeSoto State Park and Lake Guntersville State Park both feature cabin rentals with varying levels of amenities. Jackson County Park maintains cabins with lake access and proximity to water recreation. A visitor noted, "The bathhouse was clean and there are lots of trails to hike. Very close proximity to Huntsville, making it easy to resupply."

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Fairview Campground at Tims Ford State Park features cabins with lake views, while Goose Pond Colony Resort offers more furnished accommodations. Most properties require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when lakefront cabins book quickly. Pet policies vary by location, with many allowing dogs for an additional fee. According to one visitor at Tims Ford, "We stayed at site 40 with great view of lake. Site was very narrow but private as door side of camper opened to wooded area directly on lake."

Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations - some cabins offer full kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops, while others provide only microwaves or outdoor grills. On-site camp stores at larger parks like Monte Sano and Lake Guntersville stock limited groceries and supplies. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground cabins include picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor cooking. Campers should verify specific amenities when booking as furnishing levels differ substantially between rustic log cabins and more developed rental units.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Estillfork, Alabama (35)

    1. Monte Sano State Park Campground

    76 Reviews
    Brownsboro, AL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 534-6589

    $14 - $30 / night

    "We heard from other campers that if you go to Huntsville, Alabama that you have to stop at Monte Sano State Park."

    "Monte Sano State Park is located near Huntsville in northeast Alabama. In Spanish, Monte Sano means “Mountain of Health.”"

    2. Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    183 Reviews
    Trenton, GA
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (706) 657-4050

    $10 - $270 / night

    "The campground here is smaller, and less private than the west rim loop, offering 24 tent/RV sites that have 30A electrical hookup, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings, along with a bathhouse"

    "Nice state park that is well maintained. Awesome views from the rim trails. Power and water hookups only. Clean bath houses with laundry facilities. Lots of covered pavilions for group gatherings."

    3. Fairview Campground — Tims Ford State Park

    22 Reviews
    Winchester, TN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 968-3536

    "We stayed at site 40 with great view of lake. Site was very narrow (even for our pop up) but private as door side of camper opened to wooded area directly on lake."

    "We stayed in lot 59 which while not lakefront, it’s situated in a triangular spot right at the entrance with plenty of space for full setup. Picnic table and campfire grill also on site."

    4. DeSoto State Park Campground

    74 Reviews
    Alpine, AL
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 845-5075

    $38 / night

    "Desoto State Park is a beautiful park with great hiking and waterfalls. The primitive camping area has a keyed gate."

    "This park has it all in terms of overnight amenities. You can stay in a motel style room, log cabins, chalets, backcountry sites, wall tents, improved campsites and primitive campsites."

    5. Lake Guntersville State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    Guntersville, AL
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 571-5455

    "Visited Lake Guntersville State Park, for the day. After taking our granddaughter to Screaming Eagle Zip-line Adventures, located at the gorgeous Lodge, we visited the Campground…and it’s amazing!"

    "As soon as we stepped out the door we had to go up an incline to get to our picnic table."

    6. Goose Pond Colony Resort Campground

    9 Reviews
    Langston, AL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 912-0075

    "My only negatives were some campers had boats and they would park along our site and use it as a parking space for their boats, leaving us a view of someone’s truck and boat trailer."

    "Right on the water at lake Guntersville, golf course, restaurant, walking trails, boat ramps & docks, play ground, basketball court & much more!"

    7. Marion County Park

    27 Reviews
    Jasper, TN
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 942-6653

    "Tent camping along the edge of the river. Fire pits or grills, picnic tables, clean bathroom, and hot showers. If you are a light sleeper, the traffic noise from the highway might be disturbing."

    "Picnic table and fire ring. Easy access to water from site and had two boat launches. Building a second bath house while we were there."

    8. Jackson County Park

    2 Reviews
    Scottsboro, AL
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 574-4719

    "Has a restaurant and little store in the park. We weren’t lucky enough to stay in the gated in area with lake front spots. We had to stay in a gravel lot with full hookups."

    9. Honeycomb Campground

    18 Reviews
    Grant, AL
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 582-9884

    "This campground is located on Lake Guntersville. There are plenty of sites with trees for shade and hammocking. Clean bathrooms and showers. Water and electric at all sites. Dump station."

    "Some tent sites and cabins you can reserve to stay in. If you don’t have a camper they have those also that you can rent. They have boat rentals too. Clean bathhouses  and a  very friendly  staff.  "

    10. Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground

    43 Reviews
    Lookout Mountain, TN
    44 miles
    +1 (423) 821-9403

    $55 - $56 / night

    "We stayed at this campground in the middle of November 2020 around Veterans Day.  We booked one of the cabins which was perfect (there are several at various sizes).  "

    "The fire ring was a nice size with nice cooking grate. We were directly across from the pool, and it was never loud. The firewood was $5 cash per bundle delivered to your site until 10 pm."

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  • Kelly G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2021

    DeSoto State Park Campground

    Primitive campsites with Perks!

    Desoto State Park is a beautiful park with great hiking and waterfalls. The primitive camping area has a keyed gate. Make sure you arrive during business hours so they can get you registered and give you a key. They will also give you a big card with your last name on it that you will put on the campsite ledger board once you have driven through the primitive area and picked from available sites. This ledger board is halfway along the gravel road once you have let yourself through the gate and is also where the common area is. In the common area there are pit toilets, a large covered pavilion, rentable cabins, picnic tables and stone fire rings. Campsites are well marked, each has a trash can (not bear proof since no bears), and a stone fire ring. At registration you will also receive the gate code for the improved RV park so that you can use the showers and do laundry. When you leave you can put your gate key in a Dropbox outside the office.

  • Sarah C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2017

    DeSoto State Park Campground

    This place is swanky!

    This park has it all in terms of overnight amenities. You can stay in a motel style room, log cabins, chalets, backcountry sites, wall tents, improved campsites and primitive campsites. Whatever you're looking for, this place probably has it and all in a beautiful setting. We stayed here while visiting Little River Canyon and it was a good location for our needs.

    The park also has a near little nature center with cool interpretive programs. The improved campsites have hook ups (water, sewer and electric), picnic tables, fire rings and large gravel pads with plenty of room. There are a number of wonderful hiking options here as well. It's a little pricey, especially with the convenience fee and the 13% lodging tax but you get what you pay for and this place is NICE.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 25, 2025

    Paradise Meadows

    Enjoy comfort, luxury, and great hospitality in a small space

    The Tiny House is one of several rental options on this property. (Others include a huge glamping tent and a farmhouse). This review focuses on the tiny house where we stayed for two nights but I have included a few photos of the glamping tent, which was not open when we were there (opens in April). 

    A lot is packed into a small space with so many creative touches. There is a full-size loft bed and a pull-out couch so while you could sleep four people, it would be a bit crowded inside. There is also a screened-in porch with two swing seats, and a table so you could eat outside. 

    Lyn (the owner)’s hospitality is second to none. The tiny house is stocked with a microwave, toaster oven, electric kettle, Keurig, and an induction burner plus dishes, flatware, and just about everything else you would expect in a fully stocked kitchen. There is also a table grill that can be set up on the table on the screened porch. There is a great selection of tea and hot chocolate plus pancake mix, and syrup. 

    There is a full bath with a flush toilet, sink, and shower with fluffy towels. 

    There is a fire pit available to use. 

    This would make a wonderful couples retreat, a mother-daughter getaway, or a place for solo reflection. Chattanooga is located just 25 minutes away and there is a fully stocked gourmet grocery store just down the road.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Go to the website for more information on this and other options at this property.

  • Morgan W.
    Jun. 4, 2019

    Hobbs Cabin Campground — Savage Gulf State Park

    17.5 Mile loop to Hobbs Cabin

    Hobbs Cabin itself is a primitive shelter, with six wood bunks. Maximum occupancy is six people. Features a wood fireplace and fire ring. Spring is located approximately 50 yards south of Hobbs Cabin. Spring is located approximately 50 yards south of Hobbs cabin. Spring water may not be available during dry conditions. The cabin can be accessed via the North Rim Trail or the North Plateau Trail, which can be combined as a loop for an overnight trip.

    The weather was less than ideal on our trip (rain) but we made the most of it and had the best time! There was firewood left under the cover of the porch, so we had dry wood for the wood fire place. So cozy!

  • Jeremy H.
    Jul. 20, 2019

    Ray of Hope Guest Ranch and Horse Motel

    Great Place To See The Stars

    Most campgrounds in Tennessee are buried in the woods, but not this yurt campsite at Ray of Hope.  The yurt sets on the side of a beautiful Tennessee Hill offering almost a complete view of the nighttime sky.  We watched the moon rise over a hill directly in front of the campsite, and we even saw a brilliant shooting star blaze across the sky for what seems like an eternity.  The Ray of Hope campground is a private campground that went above and beyond our expectations.  The yurt was clean, included battery powered lights and a LED lantern, and a full sized bed that made the night pass with ease.  The campsite also offers free firewood and a large fire ring.  There are two deck chairs at the campsite which are perfect for stargazing.  The entrance of the yurt faces sunrise and the farm animals serenade you in the morning when the mist begins to burn off the valley.  There is a well stocked outside shower surrounded by sweet smelling herbs.  Water and a toilet are near the shower stall.   The campsite is near the small town of Petersburg, TN where you can find two gas stations and a Dollar Store.  If it's hot outside, you might want to bring a battery operated fan.  This place is a perfect glamping experience for an extended date or weekend in beautiful Tennessee.

  • Charlie K.
    Jul. 12, 2018

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    Top of the Mountain with Great Views

    We heard from other campers that if you go to Huntsville, Alabama that you have to stop at Monte Sano State Park. We took our Class C up the mountain and was able to reserve full hookups in a nicely wooded area. Sites were level gravel with picnic tables and grill. Great place to bring a trail bike or take hikes. Pet friendly.

  • Stephanie J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 30, 2020

    Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    Unrivaled Beauty and Adventure

    My first experience with Cloudland Canyon State Park was on a day hike, and my second was photographing a wedding here--which should set the stage for what type of place this is! 

    The park can be spoken of in two separate sections; the East Rim and the West Rim. The East Rim is home to several cabins, the group lodge, one of the full service campgrounds, and the main trailhead, as well as the ADA accessible overlook trail which is where many of the iconic photographs of this park come from. This side is very popular for day use as the one mile out and back hike to Cherokee Falls draws in campers and people from Chattanooga coming in to enjoy the towering waterfall and the swimming hole below. The campground here is smaller, and less private than the west rim loop, offering 24 tent/RV sites that have 30A electrical hookup, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings, along with a bathhouse and playground. The main road to the trailheads and day use area runs past this loop and while there are trees for shade they do not offer any privacy. 

    The West Rim side houses the pioneer camping, west rim loop, the yurt village, and the remaining cabins. We have not been able to see the inside of the yurts, but they are spaced away from each other and off the road, and offer a lot of privacy; the loop that serves the yurts it not connected to any other road, and has a shelter, playground, and bathhouse. 

    The West Rim camping loop has a total of 48 tent/RV sites with 30 or 50A hookups, water, gravel tent pads, picnic tables, and fire rings. This loop is far more wooded and offers a greater variety of site size and privacy, and has an extremely quiet and peaceful vibe to it. If the east rim is good for those using their campsite as a home base for exploring, the west rim is perfect for campers who want the convenience of a bathhouse with running water and/or the ability to run electric in their RVs, but without giving up the feeling of being immersed in nature. Sites 4-9 are well spaced from each other and great for tent campers and families who want their kids to have room to play, and while site 37 does not have as much privacy being in the center of the loop, it does have one of the most perfect climbing trees I have ever seen in a public campground. 

    There are 16 cottages/cabins, and Georgia State Park cabins really cannot be overstated; they are well appointed, well maintained, and absolutely beautiful, and are spaced out to offer a feeling of seclusion: perfect for winter getaways, or for people who enjoy total creature comforts at night with nearby adventure during the day. Word of advice; cabins 1-5 are on the east rim and the waterfall trail runs almost directly behind them, so there is a loss of privacy there, especially on busy weekends. 

    Finally, the park offers 4 pioneer sites and 30 walk-in backcountry sites. I have not seen these in person yet, but it is worth noting this park has accommodations for every type of camper out there.

    There is not enough good I can say about Cloudland Canyon. About 45 minutes from Chattanooga, it is a must-see for anyone traveling from out of state who want to add adventure to their tour of the city, a home base for the many hiking and climbing opportunities within the park, or just a beautiful and peaceful place to spend a few nights out in nature.

  • Harold W.
    Jun. 16, 2018

    Cloudland Canyon State Park Campground

    Beautiful sunset views at the canyon

    Despite what the website shows there are a couple of pull through sites. Nice state park that is well maintained. Awesome views from the rim trails. Power and water hookups only. Clean bath houses with laundry facilities. Lots of covered pavilions for group gatherings. Cabins and yurts available to rent. Lots of trails from mild to exterme. Walk in tent sites. Mountain bike rentals, disc golf and tennis courts as well as a fishing lake.

    Sites are nice with grill and picnic table.

    Great spot with lots of activities.

  • Mark C.
    Sep. 1, 2018

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    Adventure for any RVer or Camper. Very nice campsites, hiking, biking !

    Monte Sano State Park is located near Huntsville in northeast Alabama. In Spanish, Monte Sano means “Mountain of Health.” In the late 1800s, visitors from across the United States came for “the season” to experience and enjoy Monte Sano’s fresh air, spectacular views and mineral springs. Fourteen rustic cabins, 11 of which were built by the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC), are perched on the side of the mountain and are equipped with kitchens, fireplaces, separate showers and baths, cable television, outdoor grills, picnic tables, and porches for taking in the amazing sunrises.

    The park also features 89 improved campsites, a primitive campground and a camp store.

Guide to Estillfork

Cabin accommodations near Estillfork, Alabama offer year-round options in the southern Appalachian Mountains where elevation ranges from 600-1200 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with mild springs, humid summers averaging 85°F, colorful falls, and occasional winter snow. Many cabins near Estillfork serve as convenient base camps for exploring wilderness areas and recreational lakes within a 45-minute drive.

What to do

Cave exploration: 1.5-hour tours at Raccoon Mountain Caverns and Campground provide underground adventures for all ages. "Crystal Cave was right on site and we enjoyed the guided tour. Advanced reservations are required," reports one visitor who appreciated the convenient location.

Hiking trails: miles of terrain options around Monte Sano State Park with varying difficulty levels. "These are not your easy day hike trails, though it is possible to take it easy. Good, technical hiking, bring your sticks and bug stuff," advises a camper who stayed in the park for four nights.

Fishing: bass and crappie fishing on several nearby lakes with boat rentals available. A visitor to Fairview Campground notes, "Great campground on the water and spacious sites. Water access at your campsite to swim or kayak."

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many cabin rental areas offer separation from neighbors. At Cloudland Canyon State Park, "the west rim is perfect for campers who want the convenience of a bathhouse with running water and/or the ability to run electric in their RVs, but without giving up the feeling of being immersed in nature."

Proximity to attractions: Cabins serve as convenient bases for day trips. "About 45 minutes from Chattanooga, it is a must-see for anyone traveling from out of state who want to add adventure to their tour of the city," explains a reviewer about Cloudland Canyon.

Clean facilities: Most cabin areas maintain good standards. "The showerhouse has a pay washer and dryer in the front. Older building but well maintained," notes a Monte Sano visitor who appreciates the coded gate entry and trail access from the campground.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Book well in advance for peak seasons. At DeSoto State Park, "we stayed here in our 5th wheel for five nights but had to move twice as we couldn't book a spot for the entire weekend," explains a visitor who found certain sites challenging to access.

Internet connectivity: Cell service varies greatly by location and carrier. "I work remotely and internet was a challenge. I have phones with Verizon and T-mobile service as well as AT&T and T-Mobile hotspots. The verizon phone was the only service that got any signal at all, and it was spotty," reports a DeSoto camper who spent time working from the bathhouse.

Road conditions: Some cabin areas require navigating mountain roads. "Be careful to take Desoto Parkway up. Google tried to send us on an alternate road that had a big sign saying ABSOLUTELY no trucks," warns a visitor who experienced challenging routes with an RV.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly activities: Look for cabins with playgrounds nearby. "There are cool little wooden play obstacles for the kids in the campground and a huge playground 1/2 mile away inside the park," mentions a visitor to Monte Sano who appreciated the amenities for children.

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