Best Tent Camping near Florence, AL

Are you planning a tent camping trip to Florence? We've got you covered. You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Florence, Alabama's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Florence, AL (27)

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353 Reviews of 27 Florence Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Northgate RV Travel Park
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Northgate RV Travel Park

    Good for Our Needs

    Our GPS brought us right into the campground (CG) that is conveniently located off I-65 and US-31. Check in was pleasant and quick. They take cash or check.We were assigned pull through site D-1(water and electric 50/30/20 AMP) behind the office. The advantage of this site, is that it has a yard area as the other sites do not. This is a bare bones CG with no amenities. Most of the sites have FHUs. The pad was plenty long enough for our 40’ fifth wheel and F450 plus fairly level. However, if you unhook and leave, you have a long, slightly curved road to back up on to get back in position to hook your rig up unless the site next to you is empty. The utilities are in the middle of the pad and you can maneuver to suit your needs. Water pressure was good at 50 psi and we got 4 bars on Verizon. There’s no Wifi here but due to this CG being a parking lot, no issues with satellite. Like other reviewers stated, there’s a deep ditch on either side of the driveway when you pull in, so keep an eye on how your rig tracks. This CG filled up the Saturday to Sunday we overnighted and we were assigned one of the few water and electric only sites, but were still charged$45 same as the FHU sites? Overall, this CG worked for our needs.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Nov. 6, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Nice park with reasonable pricing

    Stayed here for two nights. This place has everything we expect in a state park. Good roads, good day use area, great bathrooms, good spacing between campsites, beautiful views and camp store.

    Showers were very hot and the bathrooms were very clean!

    The best part was the price. I showed up without a reservation and got two nights with water and electric service for real cheap compared to everywhere else we camped for the last 7 months.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Meriwether Lewis Campground
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Meriwether Lewis Campground

    Beautiful and Free!!

    Came in on a Tuesday in late October and found about 10 campsites occupied, so lots to choose from. The campsite has two adjoining loop roads. The lower loop has a bathroom with flush toilets and sinks.

    The campground appears to be very well maintained. There is not much privacy between campsites as there are only a few trees and no shubbery between campsites.

    We met two other camping groups that were simply delightful Americans.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Forks Campground
    Oct. 20, 2024

    Twin Forks Campground

    Picturesque, reasonably-priced lakeside campground

    This city campground has many beautiful lakeside campsites along Bear Creek.  Sites are first-come, first-served.  We camped here in mid-October and had no problems getting a site.  The campground staff were friendly and helpful.

    The site is gravel with large wooden beams surrounding it.  We had to put a couple boards under the passenger side tires to level our rig; the site was pretty level from front to rear.  Easy setup.

    The campground was quiet during the evenings.  Fire rings are not provided, so bring your own fire pit if you'd like a campfire. 

    The park WiFi worked well for us - strong signal, roughly 40mbps download speeds.  Using T-Mobile, we had strong 5G service.

  • Devin R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Meriwether Lewis Campground
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Meriwether Lewis Campground

    Hey, It’s Free

    I was really looking forward to this place on my way to Arkansas. However, as soon as I turned into the camping area I was “greeted” by not one but TWO off leash dogs barking and running toward my van (they were not together). Fortunately, I took vinegar spray with me when I took my dog for a walk. It was a useful deterrent when one of the loose dogs ran at us. I yelled to put the dog on leash but of course nobody emerged from the van. On the return trip I made sure to have my spray and body pointed straight toward the dog who was just waiting for me to turn around so he could attack again. If you want a flat spot, a pull through spot, or one that you can’t smell the toilets, get there early! I got there around noon and maybe 15 people were there. By sundown most spots were taken…on a Tuesday. Restrooms toward the entrance were nice with running water and flush toilets.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Natchez Trace
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Thousand Trails Natchez Trace

    Older campgrounds

    It’s a large campground with a lot of full time campers on site. Nice lake at 102 sq acres in size. Did have an issue that most sites are only 50 or 30amp hookups only, so I had to borrow a 30 to 120 adapter. The hiking trails were closed which sucked since I was looking forward to a hike with the dog. They are building a new pool. Good luck getting a lakeside site since I was told only 8 are available and are full most of the time.

  • Donald S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Marcella Falls RV Park and Campground
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Marcella Falls RV Park and Campground

    Beautiful! Like going back in time!

    It was so cool sitting outside and watching the amish buggies drive by! We visited some amish farms close by and found all kinds of stuff! Their candy is so good!!!

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickwick Landing State Park Campground
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Pickwick Landing State Park Campground

    Nice stop on rainy night

    Stopped at Pickwick Landing SP on a trip West to the Ozark National River. Nice campground but a little worn around the edges. Campground was mostly empty. We were in site 30, and the only people in that loop on a Friday night. They had recently had a lot of rain, and it rained most of the night. But it didn’t bother us. The asphalt on some of the roads was breaking up making for a rough road. But the campsite was large and mostly level. The bathrooms and showers were modern and well maintained. It is only 20 minutes from Shiloh National Battlefield Park which is worth the visit. We only stayed one night. Also- be sure to visit the Catfish Farm Restaurant. Smoked catfish is outstanding!

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from J.P. Coleman State Park Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    J.P. Coleman State Park Campground

    Great

    We will be back in the fall for an extended weekend trip. Staff was super friendly and helpful helping us find ice cream during a storm rolling thru. The site we had was up hill facing the lake which worked out with a small trailer.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickwick Landing State Park Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Pickwick Landing State Park Campground

    Older campgrounds

    Stayed here for two nights. The site we booked was way too close to the restrooms, so we asked for a different location. The staff was great and let us pick a spot to change to. Lots of wildlife that comes out at dark looking for free food!

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Piney Grove Campground

    Great Camping

    I picked a location just off the Trace to camp and ended up here. Very nice lake side campgrounds. Quite clean beautiful relaxing weekend trip.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Brush Creek Park
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Brush Creek Park

    Only one night

    First impressions pulling in I was thinking it was going to be awesome but while setting up we noticed thrash all over. The wife picked up a full bag of garbage while I was setting up. It was around 7pm we noticed that this camping area is a special spot for tweakers and some sketchy people. They did keep to themselves which worked out. I’d say this location isn’t that bad if you’re a believer in the 2nd and watching out constantly. The camper next to us decided to run the loudest generator from 8pm on. Going to the restroom early am noticed a guy up and watching from a distance. Also someone in the stall having a weird intense conversation with himself and was in there for over a hour. Park does have the possibility of being a great campground with some improvements and someone keeping out the tweakers.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from J.P. Coleman State Park Campground
    Jul. 28, 2024

    J.P. Coleman State Park Campground

    Quick night stay

    Ended up at this location after a crappy night in Alabama. It was very clean nice location. Very nice Mississippi State Park Campground. All the staff were very friendly and Gary was a great guy that we chatted with for a bit after checking in. Restrooms were clean and air conditioned. Family type campgrounds with friendly happy campers. We will be back a lot more in the future.

  • James R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickwick Landing State Park Campground
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Pickwick Landing State Park Campground

    Spaced out sites

    Older campsite some improvements needed in the parking locations. Nice quiet, camping plenty of trees great for the dogs. Watching the squirrels chasing their nuts. We did have a raccoon jump on top of the RV at 1am and I think the wife shit herself! Write that down….

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Bama Campground & RV Park
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Bama Campground & RV Park

    Very friendly host, well setup, Would recommend!

    Stayed here on an overnight while driving through the state. Great site tucked in the woods, very private area. Huge field with little light pollution to stargaze. Very friendly host. Would Recommend.

  • Steve T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bama Campground & RV Park
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Bama Campground & RV Park

    Very peaceful surrounded by nature lots of amenities. Good people!

    This place is great if you like peace and quiet. Its in the middle of the country side near Bankhead Forest. The campground is nice.

  • Katrin M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    May. 27, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Campground by the lake

    We camped over the weekend in the old part of the campground. All sites have a firepit and a picnic bench. The sites are not very leveled and some were kinda flooded after heavy rain. It was just a bit run down. The bathhouse was old but clean and had good water pressure. The sites on the other side of the lake were absolutely beautiful and definitely newer. A lot of things in the campground were closed like the pool, lodge, and nature center. It seems they were under construction. The park has several trails to hike on. We did the one starting on the swinging bridge. They was good water access from a creek along the way, which was perfect for the dogs to cool off. We also visited Tupelo, which is about 50 min away. It was very interesting to see, where Elvis was from. I'm not sure if I would camp here again. Maybe in the late fall or winter time, when it's not so hot and humid.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Second Creek Rec Area
    Mar. 29, 2024

    Second Creek Rec Area

    Weekend camp spot

    We camp here regularly on the weekends. Good location and easy to get to. We have been camping here for years good spot for fishing kayaking and just good family time. They have on site porta potties and picnic tables.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Meriwether Lewis Campground, Milepost 385.9 — Natchez Trace Parkway
    Mar. 19, 2024

    Meriwether Lewis Campground, Milepost 385.9 — Natchez Trace Parkway

    Correct Location of Merimwether Lewis Campground

    This is pinned wrong on Dyrt. If you clicked Waze directions on the other pin and you’re heading down Jennie Smith road, you’re heading the wrong way.

    Sites a little closer than I like and no showers, but the ride in was beautiful and it’s free. Good place for a stopover.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tishomingo State Park Campground
    Mar. 12, 2024

    Tishomingo State Park Campground

    Great spot

    We had one of the primitive tent sites. It was great and hardly anyone else was at the park. Too cold for the water when we went. Bathrooms could have been nicer but better than nothing.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Piney Grove Campground
    Mar. 10, 2024

    Piney Grove Campground

    Lovely campground!

    This was our first camping trip as RV owners, we have been tent camping before. We loved Piney Grove! It was off season so definitely not crowded. It was so peaceful and quiet, we chose a waterfront spot and we literally had our own beach in front of our RV. So beautiful! We’ll be back in the summer.



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