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Campgrounds near Union Grove, Alabama range from developed sites with amenities to primitive tent camping areas. Monte Sano State Park Campground, located on a forested hilltop near Huntsville, provides a mix of RV sites with electric and water hookups alongside primitive tent sites. Sharon Johnston Park in New Market features water and electric hookups with multiple rows of campsites suitable for RVs and tents. Cathedral Caverns State Park Campground in Woodville offers additional camping options with both tent and RV sites available year-round. The region includes several smaller private campgrounds like TGL Adventures, which provides glamping options and riverfront access.

Most campgrounds in the area remain open year-round, though seasonal considerations affect comfort and accessibility. "Everyone here is very helpful and friendly at the check-in, camp store, and security. There is a roving security guard most of the night. Great steady power and water," noted one visitor about Monte Sano State Park. Many campgrounds require reservations, particularly during weekends and summer months. The terrain varies significantly, with some parks situated on plateaus offering scenic overlooks while others provide creek or river access. Cell service is generally reliable near larger campgrounds like Monte Sano, though coverage may be spotty in more remote areas. Bathhouse and shower facilities are common amenities at state parks and larger private campgrounds, though cleanliness and maintenance can vary.

Campers frequently highlight the abundant hiking and outdoor recreation opportunities near Union Grove area campgrounds. Monte Sano State Park features numerous hiking trails accessible directly from the campground, with one reviewer noting, "We had a great time at Monte Sano and loved that you can hike straight from your campground." The park's proximity to Huntsville makes it popular for weekend getaways while still providing natural surroundings. Several reviews mention the shade provided by mature forest canopies at campgrounds like Monte Sano, which offers relief during hot summer months. Waterfront camping experiences vary by location, with some sites like TGL Adventures offering direct river access where "the river was physically only 10 steps from our tents." Family-friendly amenities including playgrounds, swimming pools, and open spaces are available at several campgrounds, particularly Sharon Johnston Park.

Best Camping Sites Near Union Grove, Alabama (118)

    1. Monte Sano State Park Campground

    78 Reviews
    Brownsboro, AL
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 534-6589

    $14 - $30 / night

    "This site backs up to a draw and each evening just before dust we could watch the deer walk up through.  The bathhouse is centrally located, newer, and cleaned daily."

    "On top of Monte Sano in the woods and a world away from the town -- although it's close by. So many trails to run or walk and a playground for the kiddos. This has primitive camping as well as W/E/S."

    2. Sharon Johnston Park

    3 Reviews
    Union Grove, AL
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 379-2868

    "The park is about 200 acres and the RV sites are located through gate one. There are three rows of sites and the best ones in my opinion are the ones located against the treeline/creek. "

    3. Our Little Farm

    1 Review
    Union Grove, AL
    7 miles
    +1 (770) 466-4252

    $25 - $35 / night

    4. TGL Adventures

    2 Reviews
    Brownsboro, AL
    13 miles
    +1 (256) 693-3693

    $25 - $250 / night

    "We ended up fishing til daylight because the river was physically only 10 steps from our tents. The campsite had just enough light to be able to see go get to the restroom and showers."

    5. Tims Ford State Park Main Campground — Tims Ford State Park

    16 Reviews
    Belvidere, TN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 867-2757

    "The best thing about this spot is the lake access for swimming. We stayed at site 37 and the walking trail down to the lake was right next to our site."

    "There are paved paths for miles right there off the campsites. There are other trails as well not paved with but more tugged/traditional trails with bridges and cottonmouths lol be careful."

    6. Fairview Campground — Tims Ford State Park

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

    "Gravel drives & pads with water & electric at sites. Our site #28 had an exceptional view out the kitchen window & from the pinic table of the lake. Newer shower house centrally located."

    "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."

    7. Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground

    7 Reviews
    Huntsville, AL
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 876-4868

    "We exited off on 14A to gate 9 where we went through the gate and then did a u-turn to take us back down past the golf course to the CG. We had no problem doing the u-turn with our 40' fifth wheel."

    "You must have access to military base to use. They have Laundry. Showers and bath. Full hook up. No trees for shade. Very hot. Needs mowed and more cleaning."

    8. Walls of Jericho - Clark Cemetery Backcountry Campsite

    11 Reviews
    Estillfork, AL
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (931) 968-6215

    "The Clark Cemetery campsite is a moderate sized campsite along the Walls of Jericho trail and is located just yards from the Clark Cemetery and the Turkey Creek Bridge."

    "Close by the creek and close to the Walls. Super peaceful and super beautiful"

    9. Red Coach Resort

    3 Reviews
    Harvest, AL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (256) 937-6142

    $17 - $50 / night

    "A beautiful large creek runs through it, with miles of walking paths, a horse barn, and spaces to play and relax."

    "This park is tucked away in a private neighborhood on about 80 acres. There are a lot of RV sites as well as primitive camping in the back."

    10. Caney Hollow Creek Retreat

    2 Reviews
    Belvidere, TN
    17 miles
    +1 (931) 636-6267

    $35 / night

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  • Kelsey P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 3, 2026

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park - 0 concern for safety

    I’ll start with the good- BEAUTIFUL state park. Tons of trails. A hikers dream. Playground for kids and lots of trails throughout. The sites are well shaded, have good cell service, and are pretty spacious. The first row of sites when you come straight in and to the right side all back up towards a road that goes to a planetarium but I can count on both hands how many people and cars are want down it in the week we were there. I think the privacy of theses sites is the best and still a good distance to bathrooms. To get to the campground it can be difficult with how you are going uphill so be mindful. There is a camp store that sells pricy wood and essentials but it’s convenient. A single washer and dryer were in the bathrooms for $1.50 and $1 but the washer leaked badly the entire time even not in use. Bathrooms are probably some of the worst I’ve used. It smelled of rotten eggs to the point you couldn’t be in more than a few minutes without feeling sick and I never saw or noticed them cleaned in the week we were there. Dead bugs on the counter and they were on the Texas chainsaw inspired curtains on the showers too. Not unusable but a cleaning would be nice.

    Now for the bad- during our stay we pretty much had no one in most of the sites around us besides a man that was in the site behind us for a few days and a family across from us. We saw him go through the site across from us and steal an armful of items while the family was gone from the site. He noticed us and said “you snooze you lose” and it was WEIRD. I’ve never once seen someone steal from another persons site before. We reported it to the camp office right away and they did not care. We told the family when they got back and they went to the office and got the same reaction. Even after the family was back at their site, the man moved his chair to just watch the family and their young children for what felt like hours. Maybe myself and the parents at the other site just always happened to see him staring but it was extremely weird and uncomfortable especially with small children around. The family reported it to the hosts and different workers in the office and to park rangers and had to call several more times voicing concerns before they went to the police directly the next day. It’s frustrating that the host, park office, or park rangers had no concern for this and not a single person even spoke to him about this. To allow someone to steal from another site and be okay with it is beyond disappointing. I’ve never seen this happen in all the years I’ve camped, but I would expect someone with the camp to do ANYTHING. We didn’t feel comfortable to leave our site again after that out of fear he would steal from us too and nothing would be done.

    The park is beautiful but the safety concerns outweigh that. We should be able to enjoy the campground and not be worried that none of the staff will help if something goes wrong

  • Byron S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 29, 2026

    Redstone Arsenal RV Park & Campground

    Redstone Arsenal Rv

    I stayed at the newer site near gate 8. The MWR staff (Kyle) was very nice and helped me with some issues I had originally,. The grounds are very well maintained and all the sites are pass through and paved. Each site is vey large and well planned. Full hook ups. Internet is nonexistent in most of the park but my Starlink worked great and cell coverage is good. The commisary is large and there are a lot of activities to do on and off base. There are a lot of military contractors staying there and shuffle around to stay there all year. My main complaint is the bathrooms or lack of. There is only 1 shower and 2 toilets for over 90+ sites. They are run down and trash on floors, dirt, bugs were never cleaned up while I stayed there (trash in cans were always over flowing).The laundry room is older but worked well enough. There are miles of paved walking and bike trails. There are some good food trucks at gate 7 daily at lunch time. The other older RV site is around 10 miles East next to the water(looked run down and mostly long term people. Overall I enjoyed the stay but they should at a minimum clean the bathrooms daily.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2026

    Valley Fort RV Park & Storage

    Newer Campground

    We called ahead the day of arrival and got a reservation for an overnight stay. We received an email with information and bath/laundry code along with instructions to proceed directly to pull-through site 36 with full hookups. There are various ways from I-65 to get to this campground (CG); we came in on I-565E to Mooresville Rd which provided straightforward big-rig friendly access with no tight turns. Our gravel pull-through site was mostly level, and other sites, especially those on the upper level, also appeared level. The park appears newer with functional gravel sites, some with small concrete patio areas, though sites can be somewhat close together and there is little shade. There was no picnic table nor fire pit at our site, which was fine for an overnighter. Water pressure was decent and we got 2 bars on Verizon and 2 bars on T-Mobile. Occupants were mainly full-timers and transient workers, but the park was quiet and decently maintained without appearing overly junky. A nice centrally located bathhouse and small but clean laundry facility are available. Highlights for us were the large fenced dog park, easy self-check-in process, convenient overnight layout for big rigs, and proximity to Buc-ee’s, making this a solid quick stop when traveling through the Athens area.

  • River C.
    Mar. 25, 2026

    Riverchase MHP/RV Park

    Located in Scottsboro Alabama @ Riverchase RV/MH-Park

    Riverchase RV Park in Scottsboro, AL offers spacious lots just minutes from the Tennessee River, known for great fishing. Enjoy a peaceful, friendly atmosphere close to the city— perfect for both short stays and long-term RV living.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 16, 2026

    Mountain Lakes Resort

    Mountain RV Resort

    It was a beautiful place, building were a little old but they have a indoor pool, outdoor pool, showers, bathroom, eating restaurant, store, playground and other amenities. The people are very friendly and helpful.

  • Byron S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 15, 2026

    Ditto Landing City Campground

    Nice RV for a night

    Sure was level, has water, sewer, electric. They will pick up the trash daily. Wash house is on opposite end of site at the marina. Worth the daily rate

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 26, 2026

    Monte Sano State Park Campground

    Mante Sano

    A state campground with electric water and sewer. Very peaceful very quiet. Great trails.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 25, 2026

    StarStream Campground

    Decent Overnighter

    This review was written as a short-stay versus destination campground. Our RV Life navigation and Waze took us off I-65 and about a mile to the campground, though both GPS units announced the destination as being on the right when the new campground entrance was actually on the left. Prior to arrival, we received an email directing us to go straight to back-in site B-1 with full hookups. With only 10 utility sites currently in service, maneuvering was easy, and the wide roadway along with the generous site opening made it simple to swing our 40-foot fifth wheel and F450 into position. The gravel pad was fairly level, as were the other sites, and utilities were centered and functioned well with water pressure around 60 psi. Sites were comfortably spaced, and our site included a nice paver patio with a picnic table. A convenient touch was trash pickup directly from the patio area. One of the owners, Joan, stopped by to make sure everything was satisfactory and mentioned additional parking areas at the front and back of the campground if needed, though we were able to park crosswise on our site without issue. There was currently no Wi-Fi, but the open layout with no obstructions made satellite connectivity easy. We had 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. The owners live in one of the cabins a few hundred yards from the campground, where a few dry camping sites are also located. There was no bathhouse or laundry facility at the time of our stay, though the owners indicated those amenities are planned. A nearby shooting range was active on the Sunday we visited, creating some daytime noise. Overall, we enjoyed the stay and would return.

  • Seth M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 23, 2026

    Foster Falls Campground

    Nice pads, great layout, outstanding shower house!

    Given that our visit was out of season, campground options in the area were limited, so we decided to stick to state parks. The night before, we were in Southern Illinois and only saw one other camper in the entire park, so we expected very few other campers in this park as well, but there were a surprising number of campers around us. However, there were few enough to have five or six spaces between us and our neighbors.

    The pads are gravel, well maintained, and perfectly flat. Our site had an awesome layout with plenty of room for parking, a large pad, and a fire ring with a grill in the corner furthest away from the road. A previous camper was nice enough to leave us dry wood, but there is tons of dry wood laying around within the surrounding woods.

    The best part of the campground was the shower house. I would assume from the immaculate condition that the building is not that old or went through a recent remodel. The bathroom/shower stalls are family style, with each locking room containing a flushing toilet and an ADA compliant shower with a high and low nozzle, and shower chair. The best part is that the rooms are heated! On the cold morning when we were there, this was a welcome gift for a long overdue shower.

Guide to Union Grove

Union Grove camping spots sit near the southern foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, with elevations ranging from 600-1,500 feet throughout nearby recreation areas. The region experiences distinct seasons with humid summers reaching 90°F and mild winters that occasionally drop below freezing. Fall camping between September and November offers moderate temperatures with colorful foliage while spring brings abundant wildflowers and occasional thunderstorms.

What to do

Fossil hunting along creekbeds: At Red Coach Resort, visitors can search for ancient marine fossils in the creek that runs through the property. "We saw trilobites everywhere along the creek. I'm not kidding, some of the oldest creatures to crawl the earth are there for you to find," notes one camper.

Waterfall exploration: The Walls of Jericho offers a challenging hike to dramatic waterfalls and natural amphitheater formations. A visitor explains, "The real view is the waterfall at the back of the canyon that takes a little scrambling to get to." The trail requires moderate fitness, with the return hike being entirely uphill.

Kayaking on local lakes: Several campgrounds near Union Grove provide boat access to Tim's Ford Lake. "Great for kayaking and fishing. Family friendly," reports a visitor. The lake offers 10,700 acres of water surface with numerous coves and inlets to explore. Several campgrounds rent kayaks or canoes directly onsite.

What campers like

Direct water access: Campers appreciate sites with immediate water access. At TGL Adventures, "We ended up fishing til daylight because the river was physically only 10 steps from our tents. There were even steps to take down to the river where we were able to get in and splash around."

Trail connectivity from campsites: Many campers value being able to access trails directly from their camping spots. "We had a great time at Monte Sano and loved that you can hike straight from your campground," notes one reviewer about this Huntsville park. Some sites in the 50-range offer direct trail access plus excellent overlooks.

Dark skies for stargazing: The rural setting around Union Grove provides excellent night sky visibility. "We got to see all the stars at night and the kids loved exploring the creek," mentions a camper. The best stargazing conditions occur during fall and winter when humidity levels drop and skies are clearest.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near Union Grove require advance reservations, especially for weekend stays. Fairview Campground at Tim's Ford is "not a huge campground so you may want to reserve early," advises one camper. Holiday weekends often book 3-6 months in advance.

Varying terrain challenges: The topography around Union Grove includes significant elevation changes that affect hiking difficulty and campsite accessibility. "The trail is full of switchbacks. There are tree markers on the trail to mark the turns but at times they are easy to lose," notes a hiker at Walls of Jericho. Many campgrounds require navigation on winding mountain roads.

Creek water levels: Water features vary significantly by season. "In September the water level was low and the waterfalls were not flowing. But there is a spring that runs out of a cave on a cliff to the left of the amphitheater, so water is not an issue," reports a camper at Walls of Jericho. Spring typically offers the most reliable water flow for swimming and creek activities.

Tips for camping with families

Playgrounds and open spaces: Several camping areas feature dedicated play areas for children. At Red Coach Resort, "They have a nice playground and a koi pond with a little deck to sit on," mentions a visitor. The property spans approximately 80 acres with plenty of space for children to explore.

Creek exploration opportunities: Shallow creek areas provide safe natural play spaces. "We really enjoyed all of the trees and being able to take the kids to play in the small creek in the back of the property," notes a family who stayed at Red Coach Resort. Pack water shoes for creek exploration as rocks can be slippery.

Wildlife viewing: Kids enjoy watching local wildlife at camping spots near Union Grove. "Wildlife are fun to watch," mentions a long-term camper at Monte Sano. Morning and evening hours offer the best wildlife viewing opportunities, with deer, foxes, and numerous bird species commonly sighted.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling considerations: Many RV sites in the region require leveling adjustments. "We had no problem doing the u-turn with our 40' fifth wheel. We followed the signage to the CG and then into pull-through site 21 with FHUs," reports an RVer at Redstone Arsenal RV Park. Bring leveling blocks for campgrounds with older or less developed sites.

Gate access information: Some campgrounds have specific entry requirements. "We exited off on 14A to gate 9 where we went through the gate and then did a u-turn to take us back down past the golf course to the CG. Use Gate 8 near the commissary and BX versus 9. Gate 8 gives you an easier drive to the campground," advises an RVer at Redstone Arsenal.

Shade availability: Tree cover varies significantly between camping areas. "No shade but a very clean campground," notes a visitor to Redstone Arsenal RV Park. For summer camping, seek sites with morning shade when temperatures are most comfortable, especially if your RV lacks adequate cooling capacity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Union Grove, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, Union Grove, AL offers a wide range of camping options, with 118 campgrounds and RV parks near Union Grove, AL and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Union Grove, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Union Grove, AL is Monte Sano State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 78 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Union Grove, AL?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Union Grove, AL.

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