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TravelerTishomingo State Park Campground
Nice quiet campground. We stayed at site 59. Level concrete pad, full hookup. We walked a couple trails. It’s been very dry no waterfalls and small creeks were dry.
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Dismals Canyon Cabins and Primitive Campsites includes upscale glamping accommodations with amenities typically absent from traditional camping experiences. Luxury safari tents and yurts at this boutique camping destination provide comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor spaces where guests can enjoy the natural surroundings. At Tishomingo State Park Campground, just a short drive from Florence, Alabama, canvas glamping tents and yurts offer climate-controlled environments with convenient access to modern bathrooms and showers. These glamping options represent an elevated outdoor experience while maintaining proximity to scenic woodland areas and water features. One visitor noted, "Beautiful setting along the Tennessee River, convenient to wonderful attractions while providing a serene setting for glamping."
Activities at these glamping resorts cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking comfort without sacrificing authentic experiences. Dismals Canyon provides access to unique geological features and glow-in-the-dark insects called Dismalites, making evening exploration a highlight for glampers. Waterfront glamping options offer swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities with convenient marina access. Nature trails wind through wooded areas surrounding the glamping sites, allowing for wildlife viewing and photography. According to a camper, "The views of the water and bluffs are A++, and it's fun to watch the speed boats and river cruises right from your glamping accommodation." Dining options include nearby restaurants in Florence, typically within a 5-minute drive from most glamping locations, while some sites offer picnic areas with grills for outdoor cooking.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Florence (17)
1. McFarland Park Campground
"There are no trees or bushes between spots, but the whole campground is situated with forest and creek on one side and the Tuscumbia River on the other."
"This campground is in my hometown of Florence, AL. It is right on the Tennessee River and it is a very large park/ campground."
2. Wilson Dam
3. Brush Creek Park
"Popular with the locals and fairly secluded. Pretty woodland all around. There is a bathhouse with toilets, sinks, and cold showers."
"My daughter door dashes in Florence. Since we live in the Bankhead Forest, sometimes we stay closer to Florence. We love this park for peace and quiet. Easy to find. Only real problem is the showers."
4. Tishomingo State Park Campground
"It has primitive site, hookups, cabins and wall tents. There are lots of activities to do as well. It was sad to see some of the buildings in disrepair and I wish the bathrooms could get an upgrade."
"They have big porches, a kitchen, bathroom, and two beds which was perfect for two couples to visit. They are quite old, but it adds to the charm of the cabins. "
31 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $2 - $267 / night
5. David Crockett State Park Campground
"Has a 20 and 30 amp electric hook up and water beside. Nice fire pit and table also! Site 20 is located right beside shoal creek and with in walking distance to the restrooms and bathhouse!"
"David Crockett State Park is near Lawrenceburg, Tn."
27 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
6. J.P. Coleman State Park Campground
"Ended up at this location after a crappy night in Alabama. It was very clean nice location. Very nice Mississippi State Park Campground."
"As I walk through the park, it appears that all spots are full hookup and paved. We are on site 43 and anything longer than 30 ft will be pushing it."
64 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $2 - $1000 / night
7. Thousand Trails Natchez Trace
"Cabins are spacious clean and furnished ! Dishes to use and pots and pans ! Even shower towels ! ! Right by the water and last minute reservations !"
"It’s a large campground with a lot of full time campers on site. Nice lake at 102 sq acres in size."
8. Pickwick Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
"Our Super C Class did require more blocks for leveling in the front on Site 6. However, it was a very nice site with plenty of privacy."
"There were enough trees that my brother in law was able to set up his hammock system. The site was well kept. There were hardly any blood sucking bugs and no wildlife for protect our stuff from."
9. Dismals Canyon Cabins and Primitive Campsites
"It's about a quarter of a mile walk to the campsite, but the site is absolutely gorgeous! Very secluded and very roomy! The waterfall at the campsite is not large, but it still makes noise."
"When you first arrive, you go down to the little general store that now has a cafe."
10. Piney Grove
"It was a delight to be able to put in my kayaks right at my campsite and not have to drive to a boat ramp. Each campsite has a ton of trees, which was great for our 7 hammocks."
"Campground staff and other campers are friendly. Park attendant Bobby Owen chatted with us each morning on our walks as he made his rounds. He answered questions and made suggestions."
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Get a text when availablefrom $34 - $36 / night
Drive Time
- 51 min from Decatur, AL
- 1 hr 6 min from Huntsville, AL
- 1 hr 48 min from Birmingham, AL
- 2 hrs 1 min from Jackson, TN
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Glamping Reviews near Florence, AL
192 Reviews of 17 Florence Campgrounds
Tula J.
ScoutBrush Creek Park
Beautiful quiet place to relax
My daughter door dashes in Florence. Since we live in the Bankhead Forest, sometimes we stay closer to Florence. We love this park for peace and quiet. Easy to find. Only real problem is the showers. They are not heated and there is no door. So you need to bring your own shower curtain. It's wide open to the world.
Kim K.
GuideTishomingo State Park Campground
tishomingo State Park
Very nice campground has concrete pads for RVs water and electric no sewer but does have a dump station has lots of beautiful hiking trails. Dog friendly and historic sites
- JJeffrey W.Traveler
David Crockett State Park Campground
Amazing 👏
This is a Beautiful camp ground the waterfall in Awesome. All this camp sites are wonderful
Stephen B.TravelerBrush Creek Park
Great experience
Campground looks nice, RV sites have water but no electricity, dump station available. Very quiet, some sites right on the water.
Amanda F.
LegendDavid Crockett State Park Campground
Nice park
Nice park with amazing scenery and waterfalls.
- JJason P.Scout
Point Mallard City Campground
Maiden Voyge
Nice campground. Lots of shade. Quiet during week, busier on weekends.
Jeff C.GuideDavid Crockett State Park Campground
Very Peaceful
Spent two very nice nights at David Crockett State Park campground 1. The campground is well kept and very quiet. The showers were a little musty, but private and good water pressure. Sites have adequate space between them and some have shade. Our first site was #14 - we didn't spend the night there. It wasn't very level and the power connection was set between sites 13 & 14 - I had to park as close to site 13 as I could and run the power cord under my van in order to connect. I didn't connect to water, but that was fairly far from the site as well. I moved to site 17 the first evening - very level and easy to get to the water/electric connection. There are some nice trails in the park, with the Shoal Creek trail starting right from campground 1. There is also a nice stream running behind the campground which made my golden retriever very happy!
- NNikita L.Scout
Pickwick Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
Great trip
Beautiful grounds. Well maintained. A little close to my neighbors
Guide to Florence
McFarland Park Campground provides primitive camping options on the banks of the Tennessee River, less than 2 miles from downtown Florence, Alabama. Water and electric hookups are available for RVs at sites ranging from $14-20 per night. The campground sits at approximately 450 feet elevation with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to over 90°F in summer. Most tent sites feature direct water access with convenient parking nearby.
What to do
Water activities on the Tennessee River: At McFarland Park Campground, campers can enjoy fishing, swimming at the small sandy beach, or boat watching. "There is a marina, RV and tent campsites, a playground near the campground, and on the other side of the marina is another playground. There is also a small sandy beach between the marina and campground," notes Trinity W.
Hike the TVA reservation trails: Near Wilson Dam, several trails wind through the woods with river views. "If you drive down reservation road, in the opposite direction of the dam, you will find several trailheads with parking areas," recommends Trinity W. These trails offer more solitude than the busy main campground area.
Disc golf courses: Multiple campgrounds in the area feature disc golf layouts. Brush Creek Park has an on-site course where visitors often play throughout the day. "I was the only camper but it's on a disc golf course so I saw a couple of those guys," mentions Justin L. Tishomingo State Park also features three disc golf courses in a peaceful woodland setting.
What campers like
Proximity to town: McFarland Park Campground offers primitive glamping opportunities while remaining close to urban amenities. "It is a three minute drive into downtown Florence. Most of that is through the park, which is home to a good-sized marina, disc golf course, and (defunct?) driving range. It's super convenient, cheap, and kept up well enough," shares Mo F.
Waterfall access: Tishomingo State Park Campground features several waterfalls that campers can hike to and enjoy. "Waterfall was beautiful!! Can't wait to go back!" notes Amanda F. The swinging bridge and trail system provides additional scenic highlights that complement the glamping experience near Florence, Alabama.
Wildlife viewing: Dawn and dusk provide opportunities to spot deer and other animals around campsites. "Most mornings I can sit outside & watch the deer grazing as I have my coffee," reports nickie F. at David Crockett State Park Campground. Birdwatching is also popular at several locations, particularly along waterfront sites.
What you should know
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Quality of facilities ranges from excellent to basic across area campgrounds. At Brush Creek Park, "Bathrooms could be a little better and they do not provide soap to wash your hands. So be sure to take some," advises April J. McFarland Park's restrooms are frequently described as dated, with one reviewer noting they are "horrible, so bring your own."
Cell service limitations: Coverage can be spotty in some areas. At Piney Grove, "Cell service was spotty with both Verizon and AT&T having two bars. We could text but not receive phone calls and often the internet wouldn't connect or was too slow to be useful," reports MickandKarla W. Plan communications accordingly when glamping near Florence.
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